Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Apr 14th, 2024 4:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Loose Wet.
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Avalanche Canada
The freezing level is forecast to drop Monday, yet the sun will still be out. Thin wet loose avalanches are the main concern on steep slopes facing the sun.
Summary
Confidence
Avalanche Summary
Avalanche activity on Saturday and Sunday has been reported as numerous wet loose size 1-2 on slopes facing the sun.
Snowpack Summary
Expect surfaces to melt and weaken as the freezing level remains elevated on Monday. This will be isolated to sun-exposed slopes.
Weak layers deeper in the snowpack have shown signs of strengthening and are no longer a concern.
Weather Summary
Sunday Night
Mostly clear. 10-20 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 1 °C. Freezing level 2500 m.
Monday
Mix of sun and cloud. 15-30 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 0 °C. Freezing level 2000 m.
Tuesday
Mainly cloudy with 3-8 cm of snow. 20-30 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C. Freezing level 1500 m.
Wednesday
Mix of sun and cloud. 10-25 km/h northeast ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C. Freezing level 1500 m.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Minimize exposure to sun-exposed slopes when the solar radiation is strong.
- Minimize your exposure time below cornices.
- Watch for wind-loaded pockets especially around ridgecrest and in extreme terrain.
Problems
Loose Wet
Wet loose avalanches are likely on sun-exposed slopes.
Aspects: South East, South, South West, West.
Elevations: All elevations.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Apr 15th, 2024 4:00PM
