Avalanche Forecast

Issued: Nov 24th, 2015 4:00PM

The alpine rating is moderate, the treeline rating is low, and the below treeline rating is low. Known problems include Wind Slabs.

max darrah, Parks Canada

Jasper.

Blue skies and cool temps for the next week. Good time to get out for an early season tour or go ice climbing in a sunny spot.

Summary

Weather Forecast

Cool temps expected throughout the week, with clear skies and no new precipitation. Winds chilly but light from the North.

Snowpack Summary

Good snow amounts for November, slightly higher than usual. The last few days have had some shifting wind patterns and there may be isolated pockets of windslabs in exposed areas above treeline.

Avalanche Summary

No avalanches observed or reported.

Confidence

Problems

Wind Slabs

Previous strong to moderate winds and recent North winds may have formed wind slabs on isolated terrain features at upper elevations.

Be cautious as you transition into wind affected terrain.Early season hazards such as rocks, trees and stumps are still visible.

Aspects: North, North East, East, South East, South, South West.

Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.

Likelihood

Unlikely - Possible

Expected Size

1 - 2

Valid until: Nov 25th, 2015 4:00PM