Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Jan 27th, 2025 4:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Loose Wet.
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It's a good time to consider stepping out into more complex terrain.
Riding conditions will be best once the surface crust has softened on sun-affected slopes.
Summary
Confidence
Moderate
Avalanche Summary
Loose wet avalanches were reported on Sunday from steep sun-affected slopes. We expect this activity to continue while temperatures remain warm and there is strong sunshine.
If you are headed into the backcountry please consider submitting a MIN report.
Snowpack Summary
Strong sunshine and warm temperatures are expected to break down the surface crust - or moisten surface snow at low elevations, and on steep sun affected slopes into the alpine. Snow on north facing alpine slopes will likely remain dry.
Check out this MIN for a great overview of the subpar surface conditions at Flatiron.
The mid and lower snowpack are generally well-settled with no current layers of concern.
Weather Summary
Monday Night
Clear skies. 10 to 20 km/h north ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 4 °C. An above freezing layer is expected from 1500-3500 m.
Tuesday
Sunny. 20 to 30 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 4 °C. An above freezing layer is expected from 1500-3500 m.
Wednesday
Sunny. 40 to 50 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 2 °C. The above freezing layer from 1500-3500 m begins to break down.
Thursday
A mix of sun and cloud. 40 to 50 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -2 °C. Freezing levels 1500 m.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Rocks will heat up with daytime warming and may become trigger points for loose wet avalanches.
- Use caution above cliffs and terrain traps where even small avalanches may have severe consequences.
- Travel early on sun-exposed slopes before cornices weaken with daytime warming.
Problems
Loose Wet
Watch for surface snow becoming wet and heavy in the afternoon. Loose wet avalanches are most likely to initiate on steep slopes, near rock outcrops.
Aspects: South East, South, South West, West.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Jan 28th, 2025 4:00PM
