Chic-Choc Mountains

In some places, wind slabs may still be reactive.

Moderate

• The snowpack structure is generally well understood.

No new avalanches reported or observed.

If you head into the backcountry, thanks for sharing your observations on the Mountain Information Network (MIN).

The surface snow has been heavily affected by westerly winds. In sheltered areas, there is 20 to 30 cm of light snow on the surface. Facets are developing on the December 20 melt freeze crust, which is between 30 and 50 cm deep.

Due to the wind, snow distribution is very uneven in alpine terrain and near treeline: some slopes are almost bare, while others have significant accumulations of wind-blown snow.

The average snow depth at mid-mountain ranges from 60 to 100 cm.

WEATHER FOR THE CHIC-CHOCS RIDGES AND PEAKS

Temperatures will rise over the next few days.

Tuesday evening and night: Partly cloudy. Wind from the southwest at 10 à 30 km/h. Low -14.

Wednesday: Cloudy. Wind from the south at 20 to 30 km/h. High -3.

Thursday: Cloudy. Accumulation of 1 to 2 cm. Wind from the northwest at less than 15 km/h. High -4.

Friday: Intermittent snow. Wind from the southwest at 20 to 40 km/h. High 0.

For more details, see the Chic-Chocs alpine weather forecast.

• Small avalanches can have serious consequences in extreme terrain. Carefully evaluate your line for slabs before you commit to it.
• Seek out wind sheltered terrain below treeline where you can avoid wind slabs and find great riding.