Avalanche forecast

Front Range

Feb 16 – 17, 2026Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Wed
Thu
Alpine
3 · Considerable
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
2 · Moderate
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Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Likely
    Size
    1–1.5

Avalanche Summary

Fresh snow and strong winds from the southwest and west will build another round of wind-drifted slabs on north through east to south-facing slopes. You'll be able to easily trigger avalanches as the wind is transporting snow. Avalanches on Tuesday will generally be small, but these small avalanches can be quite dangerous in very steep terrain. Avoid steep slopes where you see active snow drifting or observe shooting cracks in the snow.

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