Wind Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Unlikely - Possible
- Size
- 1–2
Wind slabs are most likely around ridge crests, steep roll-overs, and cross-loaded slopes.
Avalanche forecast
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Jan 28 – 29, 2025Avalanche Canada
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Avalanche danger
Thu
Fri
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
Highlights
Reactive wind slabs may exist in lee and cross-loaded terrain.
Avalanche problems
Confidence
Moderate
Avalanche Summary
No recent avalanche activity has been reported.
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Snowpack Summary
Anticipate crusty surface conditions on all south-facing or sun-affected slopes. Widespread wind-affected surfaces can be found elsewhere.
The mid and lower snowpack is largely made up of weak faceted snow and various crusts near the base of the snowpack.
Weather Summary
Monday Night
Mostly clear. 50 to 70 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -4 °C.
Tuesday
Mostly cloudy. 40 to 60 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -4 °C.
Wednesday
Mostly cloudy. 50 to 70 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -4 °C.
Thursday
Cloudy with up to 5 cm of snow. 30 to 50 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -6 °C.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Be careful as you transition into wind-affected terrain.
- Approach lee and cross-loaded slopes with caution.