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Avalanche Forecast

Apr 24th, 2025–Apr 25th, 2025
Alpine
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be moderate
Treeline
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be moderate
Below Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low
Alpine
3: Considerable
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be considerable
Treeline
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be moderate
Below Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low
Alpine
3: Considerable
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be considerable
Treeline
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be moderate
Below Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low

Start your day early and watch the crust closely.

As it breaks down, reduce your exposure to avalanche terrain.

Confidence

Moderate

Avalanche Summary

On Wednesday, there were a few small wet loose avalanches from slopes facing the sun.

Observations are very limited at this time of year.

Snowpack Summary

A crust is likely on the surface everywhere except northerly aspects in the alpine where around 15 cm of recent soft snow may still be preserved.

While weak layers lower in the snowpack have been a concern throughout the season, the current lack of avalanche activity and benign weather suggest they are not a concern at this time. They could become problematic again this spring as the temperature rises.

Weather Summary

Thursday Night

Clear skies. 10 to 20 km/h south ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 2 °C. Freezing level 2400 m.

Friday

Mix of sun and clouds. 10 to 20 km/h south ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 6 °C. Freezing level 2700 m.

Saturday

Mix of sun and clouds. 5 to 10 km/h north ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 5 °C. Freezing level 2900 m.

Sunday

Mix of sun and clouds. 5 to 10 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 5 °C. Freezing level 2600 m.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

Terrain and Travel Advice

  • Avoid steep, sun-exposed slopes when the air temperature is warm or when solar radiation is strong.
  • Avalanche danger will increase as the surface crust breaks down.
  • Pay attention to cornices and give them a wide berth when traveling on or below ridges.

Avalanche Problems

Loose Wet

Wet loose avalanches will become more likely as the sun and warmth affect the snowpack. Start early, and avoid the hottest part of the day.

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

Elevations: All elevations.

Likelihood: Likely

Expected Size: 1 - 2

Cornices

Cornices are more likely to fail during warm weather.

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

Elevations: Alpine.

Likelihood: Unlikely - Possible

Expected Size: 1.5 - 2.5