Avalanche forecast

South Coast

Mar 9 – 10, 2026Avalanche Canada
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Avalanche danger

Wed
Thu
Alpine
3 · Considerable
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
1 · Low
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Highlights

Avalanche danger is expected to rise throughout the day; plan and adapt accordingly.

Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Likely - Very Likely
    Size
    1–2

    As new snow accumulates atop a widespread crust, both the likelihood and size of avalanches will increase.

Confidence

Moderate

  • We are confident the likelihood of avalanches will increase with the forecast weather.
  • We are uncertain due to a limited number of field observations.

Avalanche Summary

No recent avalanche activity has been reported.

If you head out, please consider posting your observations to the Mountain Information Network.

Snowpack Summary

Significant snowfall is expected on Tuesday, burying a widespread crust formed during last weekend’s rain.

Below this recently formed crust, the snowpack is generally settled and well-bonded.

Weather Summary

Monday Night
Mostly cloudy. Up to 5 cm of snow. 20 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -6 °C.

Tuesday
Cloudy. 20 to 30 cm of snow. 40 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -6 °C.

Wednesday
Mostly cloudy. 5 to 15 cm of snow. 40 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -5 °C.

Thursday
Mostly cloudy. 15 to 20 cm of snow. 40 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -5 °C.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

Terrain and Travel Advice

  • Watch for fresh storm slabs building throughout the day.
  • Make observations and continually assess conditions as you travel.

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