Avalanche Forecast
Regions: Banff Yoho Kootenay.
Forecasters are relying on weather models predicting daytime warming which can vary widely. A cool day is expected on Tuesday but if you encounter warm temperatures default to conservative choices. Start your day exceptionally early.
Weather Forecast
A cloudy cool morning is expected Tuesday, with clearing in the after noon. Valley temps are going to be just above freeing in the warmest part of the day. Winds are expected to be light form the West. No precipitation to speak of.
Snowpack Summary
Dry low density snow remains preserved on Northerly aspects with a skiable temperature crust below 1700m. On solar aspects substantial surface crusts have formed. Extensive wind effect in the alpine with isolated sheltered areas. Recent profiles show the Feb. 19 and Jan. 27 facets in the upper meter with hard to no results.
Avalanche Summary
No avalanches were observed or reported on Monday.
Confidence
Freezing levels are uncertain on Tuesday
Avalanche Problems
Loose Wet
Clearing skies and warm afternoon temps could start a wet loose cycle late in the day at low elevations. Cool radiant air temps are expected to keep the loose wet problem at bay at tree line and above.
- Use extra caution on slopes if the snow is moist or wet.
Aspects: South, South West, West.
Elevations: Below Treeline.
Likelihood: Unlikely - Possible
Expected Size: 1 - 1.5