Avalanche forecast

Southern San Juan

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Thu
Fri
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

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

Avalanche Summary

Recent snow and strong southwesterly winds formed fresh wind slabs at upper elevations. The most dangerous slopes face north to northeast through east, where winds load recent snow onto lee slopes. You could trigger avalanches in areas of wind-drifted snow, especially below ridgelines and in cross-loaded gullies.

Look for cracking in the drifted snow as a sign that the new snow is stiff enough to avalanche. For safer travel, head to wind-sheltered terrain.

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