Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Apr 23rd, 2024 4:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is
ahanna,
Avalanche Canada
Generally safe avalanche conditions. Evaluate steep lines for pockets of wind slab, even small avalanches can have serious consequences in extreme terrain.
Summary
Confidence
Avalanche Summary
No recent avalanche activity has been reported.
Snowpack Summary
A dusting of new snow falls over widespread crusty surfaces on all but high north-facing alpine terrain, where snow is dry and likely wind affected. There are no deeper concerns at this time.
Weather Summary
Tuesday night
Partly cloudy. 20 to 40 km/h southeast ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C. Freezing level 1500m.
Wednesday
A mix of sun and cloud with flurries bringing up to 5 cm. 30 to 40 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -2 °C. Freezing level 1700m.
Thursday
A mix of sun and cloud with flurries bringing up to 5 cm. 20 to 40 km/h northwest ridgetop wind, easing. Treeline temperature -2 °C. Freezing level 1600m.
Friday
Sunny. 10 to 20 km/h northeast ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature +1 °C. Freezing level 2200m.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Carefully evaluate steep lines for wind slabs.
- Pay attention to cornices and give them a wide berth when traveling on or below ridges.
- When a thick, melt-freeze surface crust is present, avalanche activity is unlikely.
Valid until: Apr 24th, 2024 4:00PM
