Avalanche Forecast
Jan 29th, 2019–Jan 30th, 2019
Alpine
1:
Low
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be low
Treeline
1:
Low
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be low
Below Treeline
1:
Low
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low
Alpine
1:
Low
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be low
Treeline
1:
Low
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be low
Below Treeline
1:
Low
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low
Regions: Snoqualmie Pass.
The Bottom Line: We are in for another day of sunny skies and mild temperatures. This ongoing melt-freeze cycle will continue to keep the snowpack strong and avalanches unlikely. The biggest hazard you face may be difficult travel conditions on very firm, icy slopes, or breakable crusts.
Snow and Avalanche Discussion
Easterly flow Tuesday continued to keep Snoqualmie Pass cooler and limit the softening of the snow surface. This pattern may weaken Wednesday allowing for slightly warmer temperatures, but that will not be enough to increase the avalanche danger. The long, cold, winter nights will allow any snow that melted during the day to freeze. This is keeping the the snowpack very strong and avalanche danger low. During the day, sunshine may thaw the snow surface on steep, southerly slopes. As you travel, pay attention to the snow. If you see wet surface snow deeper than your ankle, it’s time to change to less sun effected slopes.
Observations from Snoqualmie Pass reported variable snow surfaces including very firm, icy slopes and breakable crust. Difficult travel conditions may pose the greatest hazard to you on Wednesday.