Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Feb 23rd, 2015 4:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Loose Wet.
ian jackson,
Avalanche Canada
We have little information from this area lately as the ski conditions at lower elevations are fairly rugged. Enjoy the nice spring-like weather over the next few days!
Summary
Weather Forecast
Spring-like weather for the next few days with daytime highs nearing zero at valley bottom and lows dropping down to -10/ -15. Clear skies, and light winds in general, although Tuesday may see Moderate alpine winds from the NW. No new snow in the foreseeable future!
Snowpack Summary
A generally deeper and well settled snowpack exists in the Little Yoho region compared to East of the divide. There are areas with basal facets in shallow snowpack areas but we have seen little activity on this layer. Below 2000m, breakable melt-freeze crust transitions to bullet proof melt-freeze crust making for rugged skiing.
Avalanche Summary
No new avalanches were reported today in Little Yoho, although we would have expected loose wet avalanches out of steep solar terrain to size 2.
Confidence
Problems
Loose Wet
The sun is starting to pack a punch! Although forecasted temperatures are cooler over the next few days, it is still a good idea to stay out from under steep rocky terrain during the heat of the day!
- Minimize exposure to sun exposed slopes when the solar radiation is strong.
- Avoid ice climbs that are exposed to steep rocky terrain on solar aspects.
Aspects: North, North East, East, South East.
Elevations: All elevations.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Feb 24th, 2015 4:00PM
