Avalanche Forecast
Regions: Chic-Chocs.
Snow quality remains good at higher elevations, while the crust is widespread below 750 m. Caution is advised in wind-loaded areas on steeper slopes.
Confidence
Moderate
Avalanche Summary
A size 1 avalanche, estimated to have occurred 12 to 24 hours ago, was observed below “le Frigo†in the “Mur des Patrouilleurs†area.
If you are heading into the backcountry, please share your observations on the Mountain Information Network (MIN).
Snowpack Summary
In the alpine zone and at the treeline, a new, fragile crust is present on the surface up to 750 m. Conditions range from a hard frozen surface to accumulations of wind-blown snow.
The snowpack as a whole consists of alternating layers of well-settled snow and melt-freeze crusts.
At higher elevations, east and southeast aspects have better snow coverage, while north-facing slopes are scoured. Mid-mountain snow depth ranges between 60 and 190 cm.
Weather Summary
The sky will become overcast late in the morning in our area with the approach of the system, and the wind will shift to the south, but remain light.
Monday evening and night: Clear. Northwest winds at 15 km/h. Low of -10°C.
Tuesday: Cloudy. Snow in the late afternoon. Southerly winds up to 15 km/h. High of 0°C.
Wednesday: Intermittent snow. Accumulation of 2 to 5 cm. Westerly winds at 25 km/h. High of -9°C.
Thursday: Intermittent snow. Accumulation of 2 to 5 cm. Westerly winds at 35 km/h. High of -8°C.
For more details, read the Chic-Chocs alpine weather forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Carefully evaluate steep lines for wind slabs.
- Pay attention to isolated wind affected features in the alpine, as well as cross-loaded features at treeline.
Avalanche Problems
Wind Slabs
The northwest wind was easily transporting the limited amount of available snow onto opposite aspects throughout the day on Monday.
Aspects: East, South East, South.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood: Unlikely - Possible
Expected Size: 1 - 2