Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Nov 30th, 2024 4:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Wind Slabs.
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Watch for reactive wind slabs at higher elevations. Limited field observations and varied recent snowfall amounts increase uncertainty—monitor local conditions frequently.
Summary
Confidence
Moderate
Avalanche Summary
No recent avalanche activity has been reported in the region.
A small (size 1) avalanche was observed recently in the north Monashees, it appeared that about 30 cm of new snow slid on a sun crust on a south-facing slope, below treeline. This avalanche likely occurred at least 3 to 4 days ago.
Observations remain limited this early in the season. If you head into the backcountry, please post to the Mountain Information Network
Snowpack Summary
Recent snowfall amounts have varied across the region, with new snow accumulating on a variety of surfaces. At higher elevations and exposed terrain, the new snow is settling on firm, wind-affected layers. In wind-sheltered areas and lower elevations, the new snow may have buried a layer of surface hoar.
Overall, the snowpack is generally well-bonded and stable, with some melt-freeze crusts present in the lower snowpack.
Snow depths at treeline range from 80 to 150 cm, with depths rapidly tapering off at lower elevations.
Weather Summary
Saturday Night
Mostly cloudy with 2 to 5 cm of snow. 10 to 30 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -5 °C.
Sunday
Mostly cloudy with 0 to 3 cm of snow. 10 to 30 km/h south ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -5 °C.
Monday
Mix of sun and cloud. 10 to 30 km/h south ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -2 °C.
Tuesday
Mix of sun and cloud. 10 to 30 km/h south ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -2 °C.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Be careful with wind-loaded pockets, especially near ridge crests and rollovers.
- Closely monitor how the new snow is bonding to the old surface.
- Be cautious of buried obstacles, especially below treeline.
Problems
Wind Slabs
Reactive slabs may exist at higher elevations where the recent snow has been exposed to stronger winds.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Dec 1st, 2024 4:00PM
