Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Dec 25th, 2019 4:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Loose Dry.
Deryl Kelly,
Parks Canada
Light winds and cold temps is keeping the riding luscious and creamy.
Summary
Weather Forecast
A ridge of high pressure over the eastern Rockies should keep skies relatively clear over the region. A mix of sun and cloud with very little precipitation forecasted in the near future. Alpine temperatures to remain cool with highs of -11 C, light southwest winds.
CAA's Mountain Weather Forecast for more specific details
Snowpack Summary
45cms of mostly undisturbed storm snow blanketing the region. This overlies a mosaic of buried wind slabs and facetted weak layers. Basal layers continue to develop into larger facets and depth hoar. Surface hoar growing in sheltered areas.
Avalanche Summary
No new avalanches observed or reported
Confidence
Problems
Loose Dry
New snow has stuck to and accumulated on all features, heavy sluffing remains a problem for both riders and climbers
- Use caution above ledges and cliffs where small avalanches may have severe consequences.
- If triggered dry loose point releases can form deeper deposits in terrain traps.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Dec 26th, 2019 4:00PM
