Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Jan 8th, 2025 4:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is
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Continue to verify conditions in the field.
Practice good travel habits and group management.
Summary
Confidence
High
Avalanche Summary
Several small skier-triggered wind slabs occurred at treeline over the weekend into Monday.
Snowpack Summary
A thin crust is on the surface at treeline and below, and into the alpine on sunny slopes. North aspects are expected to be crust-free with some facetting occurring, likely softening the surface.
Surface hoar has been growing in sheltered locations.
The mid and lower snowpack is well consolidated, with several well-bonded crusts scattered throughout.
Snow depth has been reported as 330 cm at 1700 m, tapering quickly at lower elevations below treeline.
Weather Summary
Wednesday Night
Partly cloudy. 10 to 20 km/h north ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C.
Thursday
Sunny. 10 to 20 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature +3 °C. Freezing level 2700 m.
Friday
Mostly cloudy with 15 to 25 cm of snow. 40 to 60 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C. Freezing level 1000 m.
Saturday
A mix of sun and cloud. 10 to 20 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Avalanche activity is unlikely when a thick melt-freeze crust is present on the snow surface.
- This is a good time for exploring terrain.
- Small avalanches can have serious consequences in extreme terrain. Carefully evaluate your line for slabs before you commit to it.
Valid until: Jan 9th, 2025 4:00PM
