Avalanche forecast

South Okanagan

Mar 26 – 27, 2026Avalanche Canada
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Avalanche danger

Sat
Sun
Alpine
1 · Low
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
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Highlights

Watch for small, isolated pockets of wind slab at upper elevations.

Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Unlikely - Possible
    Size
    1–1.5

    Small, isolated pockets of wind slab could be found at upper elevations.

Snowpack Summary

Up to 10 cm of recent snow overlies a thick, robust crust to mountaintops.

The remainder of the snowpack is well-settled and strong.

Confidence

High

  • We have a good understanding of the snowpack structure and confidence in the weather forecast.

Avalanche Summary

On Tuesday, small thin wind slabs were reactive to ski cutting.

If you are heading into the backcountry, please share your observations by posting a MIN.

Weather Summary

Thursday Night
Mostly clear skies. 30 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -6 °C.

Friday
Mostly cloudy. 30 km/h south ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -4 °C.

Saturday
Mix of sun and clouds. 1 cm of snow. 20 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -2 °C. Freezing level 1500 m.

Sunday
Mostly sunny. 30 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

Terrain and Travel Advice

  • A hard crust on the snow surface will help strengthen the snowpack, but may cause tough travel conditions.
  • Pay attention to isolated wind affected features in the alpine, as well as cross-loaded features at treeline.
  • Use caution above cliffs and terrain traps where even small avalanches may have severe consequences.

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