Avalanche forecast

Waterton Lakes

Dec 13 – 16, 2024Avalanche Canada
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Avalanche danger

Sun
Mon
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
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Highlights

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.

Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

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

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.

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Terrain and Travel Advice

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

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