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Avalanche Forecast

Dec 12th, 2024–Dec 15th, 2024
Alpine
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be moderate
Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be low
Below Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low
Alpine
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be moderate
Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be low
Below Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low
Alpine
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be moderate
Treeline
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be moderate
Below Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low

Regions: Waterton, Waterton Lakes.

There is good skiing to be had in sheltered areas at treeline. Wind slabs may still be reactive to skier triggering in exposed areas - watch for areas of stiff, wind affected snow and avoid steep lee features.

Confidence

Moderate

Avalanche Summary

No new natural avalanches have been observed in the park, however observations have been limited.

The local ski area has reported wind slab results up to size 2 with explosive control this week.

Weather Summary

Fri

Mix of sun and cloud, light to moderate NW winds. Alpine high of -5°C.

Sat

Mostly sunny, strong to extreme westerly winds. Alpine high of 0°C.

Sun

Cloudy with light snow, alpine high of -2°C. Light to moderate westerly winds.

Check out the Mountain Weather Forecast for the most up to date information.

Terrain and Travel Advice

  • Watch for areas of hard wind slab on alpine features.

Avalanche Problems

Wind Slabs

Aspects: North, North East, East, South East, North West.

Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.

Likelihood: Possible

Expected Size: 1 - 2