Avalanche forecast

Jasper

Dec 3 – 4, 2018Parks Canada
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Avalanche danger

Tue
Wed
Alpine
1 · Low
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
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Highlights

Seasonal daytime temperatures with cold nights. No new snow in the forecast.

Avalanche problems

  • Deep Persistent Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Unlikely - Possible
    Size
    1–2
    Although currently dormant, it would be wise to assess the strength of the interfaces above & below the October 25 crust before entering committing lines. This layer exists on most skiable slopes.

Weather Forecast

Light NE winds and a mix of sun and cloud. Seasonal daytime temperatures near -10, with cold (good ice building temps) nights. Click here for a detailed mountain weather forecast from Avalanche Canada

Snowpack Summary

Alpine heavily wind affected. The October 25 crust, found 40cm off the ground in most places, has not produced any recent avalanche reports or noted activity in the region.

Avalanche Summary

No new activity observed or reported. Remember to share the conditions found on your trip this weekend with Avalanche Canada's, Mountain Information Network

Confidence

Due to the number of field observations

Regions covered