Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Apr 22nd, 2024 4:00PM
The alpine rating is Wind Slabs.
, the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems includeAssess steep lines for wind slabs before committing.
Forecast confidence is limited this time of year due to few observations.
Summary
Confidence
Moderate
Avalanche Summary
No new avalanches have been reported. We expect small slabs may have occurred on Sunday with the fresh snow and strong winds.
If you have any recent photos or observations, please submit them to the Mountain Information Network, observations are limited in the spring.
Snowpack Summary
On high north facing terrain up to 30 cm of dry snow over a crust may be found. Â A new crust will likely be found on all other aspects and elevations. This crust will likely become moist throughout the day with rising temperatures and solar input.
Below treeline terrain is snow free or has very low snow cover. Travel conditions are challenging with exposed rocks, stumps, and open creeks.
Weather Summary
Monday Night
Clear skies. 10 to 20 km/h south alpine wind. Freezing level around 2100 m.
Tuesday
A mix of sun and cloud. 10 to 20 km/h southeast alpine wind. Freezing level around 2400 m.
Wednesday
Cloudy with up to 2 cm of new snow at higher elevations. 15 to 30 km/h southwest alpine wind. Freezing level around 2000 m.
Thursday
Cloudy with up to 10 cm of new snow at higher elevations. 10 to 20 km/h southwest alpine wind. Freezing level around 1800 m.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Be carefull around freshly wind loaded features.
- Small avalanches can have serious consequences in extreme terrain. Carefully evaluate your line for wind slab hazard before you commit to it.
- Avoid sun exposed slopes when the solar radiation is strong, especially if snow is moist or wet
- Expect shallow snow cover that barely covers ground roughness.
- When a thick, melt-freeze surface crust is present, avalanche activity is unlikely.
Problems
Wind Slabs
Pockets of wind slab may be found on High north facing terrain.
Aspects: North, North East, North West.
Elevations: Alpine.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Apr 23rd, 2024 4:00PM