Avalanche forecast

Northern San Juan

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Sun
Mon
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems

  • Persistent Slabs

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

Avalanche Summary

You could trigger avalanches where a cohesive slab of recent snow sits on top of weak snow. The most dangerous slopes are where winds have drifted snow into thick, stiff slabs at upper elevations. Drifted snow may feel firm, sound hollow, or crack under your weight. You can find safer travel options in areas sheltered from the wind or on slopes less than about 35 degrees in steepness.

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