Avalanche Forecast

Issued: Mar 24th, 2022 4:00PM

The alpine rating is low, the treeline rating is low, and the below treeline rating is low.

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South Coast.

Avalanches are unlikely where a thick crust is on the surface. Watch for changing conditions and be prepared for challenging travel. 

Summary

Confidence

High - The snowpack structure is generally well understood.

Weather Forecast

THURSDAY NIGHT: Increasing cloud. Moderate to strong southerly winds. Freezing levels drop to 1200 m.

FRIDAY: Mostly cloudy with isolated flurries. Moderate southwest winds and freezing levels around 1500 m.

SATURDAY: Mostly cloudy. 15-20 cm of snow over the day, freezing levels around 1500 m. Moderate to strong southerly winds. 

SUNDAY: Mostly cloudy with 10-15 cm of snow. Freezing levels around 1500 m. Strong southwest winds. 

Avalanche Summary

No new avalanches have been reported.

We would expect there to have been small releases of wet snow from steep terrain features as a result of the warm temperatures and rain on Wednesday. 

If you venture into the mountains, please share any observations on the Mountain Information Network. 

Snowpack Summary

A melt freeze crust extends into the alpine on all aspects, likely to mountain top in most areas. Expect moist snow at low elevations below the freezing line, and on south facing slopes as the sun comes out. Dry snow can possibly be found on the highest peaks above 2000-2500 m, redistributed by strong southerly winds into wind loaded features on north/east facing slopes. 

The upper snowpack consists of hard wind pressed surfaces and crusts. The snowpack is considered well-settled and strong below these crusts.

Terrain and Travel

  • Make observations and assess conditions continually as you travel.
  • When a thick, melt-freeze surface crust is present, avalanche activity is unlikely.
  • Minimize exposure to sun-exposed slopes when the solar radiation is strong.

Valid until: Mar 25th, 2022 4:00PM

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