Avalanche forecast

Sawatch

Dec 5 – 6, 2025Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Sun
Mon
Alpine
3 · Considerable
Treeline
3 · Considerable
Below
2 · Moderate
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Avalanche problems

  • Persistent Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Likely
    Size
    1.5–2.5

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Likely
    Size
    1–2

Avalanche Summary

Strong winds and heavy snowfall will create dangerous avalanche conditions throughout the day. Shady slopes facing north to east, where new slabs form over weaker snow, will be the most likely places to trigger an avalanche large enough to injure or bury you. Sticking to lower-angle, wind-sheltered slopes will help reduce your risk.

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