Avalanche Forecast
Regions: North Okanagan, Shuswap, South Okanagan.
During periods of direct sunlight, expect surface snow to destabilize. Shady, sheltered slopes may offer good riding conditions.
Confidence
High
Avalanche Summary
No new avalanches have been reported in the region since early January.
If you venture into the backcountry, please consider submitting your observations to the MIN.
Snowpack Summary
Ridgelines and open alpine terrain are generally wind-affected. A supportive crust is present on most south-facing slopes and at lower elevations, while surface hoar has developed in sheltered areas.
Soft snow and decent riding conditions are still being reported on shady, sheltered slopes at upper elevations.
The mid and lower snowpack are generally strong and well-settled. Treeline snowpack depths average 100-150 cm.
Weather Summary
Tuesday Night
Clear skies. 10 to 20 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 0 °C.
Wednesday
Sunny. 20 to 30 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -2 °C.
Thursday
Building cloud with 0 to 2 cm of snow. 40 to 50 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -4 °C.
Friday
Cloudy with 10 to 20 cm of snow. 50 to 60 km/h south ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -6 °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.
- Make observations and continually assess conditions as you travel.
- Small avalanches can have serious consequences in extreme terrain. Carefully evaluate your line for slabs before you commit to it.
- Avoid steep, sun-exposed slopes when the air temperature is warm or when solar radiation is strong.