Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Dec 6th, 2024 4:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Storm Slabs.
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Storm slabs will build as the new snow piles up.Dial back your exposure to avalanche terrain throughout the day, planning for none in the afternoon.
Summary
Confidence
Moderate
Avalanche Summary
As the snow piles up, storm slab avalanche activity is expected to increase at all elevations.
No avalanches were reported on Friday.
Snowpack Summary
New snow will be falling on a mix of sun crusts, surface hoar in wind-sheltered spots, and wind-affected snow.
The middle of the snowpack is generally expected to be well-settled and stable. An unreactive melt-freeze crust is near the ground.
Total snow depths vary from 100 to 150 cm at treeline.
Weather Summary
Friday Night
Cloudy. 40 to 60 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -4 °C with a temperature inversion.
Saturday
Cloudy with 5 to 15 cm of snow. 30 to 60 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C.
Sunday
A mix of sun and cloud with up to 10 cm ending in the morning. 20 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -8 °C.
Monday
Mostly sunny. 20 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -7 °C.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Watch for fresh storm slabs building throughout the day.
- Minimize exposure during periods of heavy loading from new snow and wind.
Problems
Storm Slabs
Snowfall amounts are uncertain. If we see 20 cm or more, avalanches will become much more likely in many locations, especially on slopes where the wind is dropping snow.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: All elevations.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Dec 7th, 2024 4:00PM
