Avalanche Forecast
Regions: Chic-Chocs.
The snow surface will likely remain frozen once again Saturday. Traveling on skis is challenging and dangerous on any slopes. Hiking with crampons could be a good way to explore the mountains.
Confidence
High
Avalanche Summary
No new avalanches have been observed or reported over the last few days.
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Snowpack Summary
Following the spring-like conditions of the last few days, mountain temperatures remained below the freezing point Thursday night and most of Friday. A solid melt-freeze crust is present on all aspects at all elevations. Traveling conditions are challenging with thin snow coverage and/or icy conditions.
Weather Summary
Synopsis: The flow will shift southerly by Friday night, making room for an incoming winter storm expected late Sunday.
Friday evening and night: Clear. No precipitation. South-east wind, 20 km/h. Low -12.
Saturday: Increasing cloudiness. No precipitation. South wind, 20-40 km/h increasing to 60 km/h. High -2. Freezing level around 500 m.
Sunday: Cloudy. Snow beginning late afternoon. 10 cm overnight. South-east wind 50-60 km/h. High -1. Freezing level around 400 m.
Monday: Snow. 5 cm. South-east wind, 40-50 km/h. High -3. Freezing level around 300 m.
For more details, check out the most recent alpine weather forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- A crust on the surface will help bind the snow together, but may make for tough travel conditions.