Avalanche Forecast
Regions: Chic-Chocs.
*** A special avalanche watch is activated for areas outside our forecast zone ***
Be vigilant in areas where snow has been accumulated by the wind. Avalanches could be triggered by a rider.
Confidence
Moderate
Avalanche Summary
No new avalanches observed or reported.
If you are out in the backcountry, please share your observations on the Mountain Information Network (MIN).
Snowpack Summary
Since Thursday evening, 40 cm of snow have accumulated in the mountains. In the alpine and at treeline, the western and northern slopes have been swept by the wind, leaving a hardened surface or one strewn with obstacles. The eastern slopes, on the other hand, have new wind slabs. Recent winds have also affected the snow, reaching below treeline in places.
The middle of the snowpack is well consolidated. At depth, a layer of well-developed facets is present, particularly in areas where the snowpack is thinner.
Weather Summary
WEATHER FOR THE CRESTS AND SUMMITS OF CHIC-CHOCS
Saturday evening and night: A few clouds. Wind northwest, 30 to 50 km/h. Low -18.
Sunday: Increasing cloudiness in the afternoon. Wind northeast, 10 to 20 km/h. High -11.
Monday: Snow. Accumulation of 25 to 30 cm. Variable winds from 10 to 30 km/h. High -5.
Tuesday: Intermittent snow. Accumulation 10 to 15 cm. Northwest winds, 20 to 40 km/h. High -5.
For more details, see the Chic-Chocs alpine weather forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Wind slabs are most reactive during their formation.
- Approach lee and cross-loaded slopes with caution.
Avalanche Problems
Wind Slabs
A lot of snow transport was observed on Saturday, which means that the wind slabs are still forming. Wind slabs take several days to stabilize, so we recommend avoiding loading areas for the time being.
Aspects: East, South East, South.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood: Likely
Expected Size: 1.5 - 3