Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Jan 22nd, 2025 4:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is
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Avalanche conditions are favorable for venturing into bigger terrain
Use extra caution in steep terrain where a slip or fall could have serious consequences.
Summary
Confidence
High
Avalanche Summary
No recent avalanche activity has been reported.
If you are headed into the backcountry please consider submitting a MIN report.
Snowpack Summary
Surface hoar growth and surface faceting continue with cool and clear weather.
A crust exists at the surface on south-facing slopes and lower elevations. Loose, dry snow may still exist on north-facing terrain at higher elevations.
The mid and lower snowpack is well consolidated, with no significant layers of concern.
Weather Summary
Wednesday Night
Clearing throughout the night. 15 to 30 km/h west ridgetop wind. Freezing level rising to 2500 m.
Thursday
Mix of sun and cloud with trace amounts of snow possible. 25 to 40 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -2 °C.
Friday
Sunny. 15 to 30 km/h northeast ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C.
Saturday
Sunny. 5 to 15 km/h variable ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- The snowpack is generally stable; it may be appropriate to step out into more complex terrain.
- A hard crust on the snow surface will help strengthen the snowpack, but may cause tough travel conditions.
- Use caution above cliffs and terrain traps where even small avalanches may have severe consequences.
Valid until: Jan 23rd, 2025 4:00PM
