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Avalanche Forecast

Jan 13th, 2020–Jan 14th, 2020
Alpine
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be moderate
Treeline
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be moderate
Below Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low
Alpine
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be moderate
Treeline
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be moderate
Below Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low
Alpine
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be moderate
Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be low
Below Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low

Regions: Jasper.

Dangerously Cold!

The CAA's Mountain Weather forecast now includes a more specific Alberta Rockies synopsis. It's a great day to geek out on weather data!

Weather Forecast

The jet stream has dipped to the south allowing arctic air to blanket the forecast area. On Wednesday a low passing to the south provides minimal precipitation to our region. By Friday the westerly flow starts to reemerge, finally displacing the cold air.

Snowpack Summary

Surface faceting at all elevations. Weakening midpack comprised of mixed forms and facets, bridging basal facets and DH. HS Average at TL: ~150cm.

Avalanche Summary

No new avalanches observed or reported

Confidence

Avalanche Problems

Deep Persistent Slabs

Numerous avalanches were observed throughout the region that failed to ground. Activity has tapered off but may be waiting for the human trigger.

  • Be aware of thin areas that may propogate to deeper instabilites.
  • Use caution on open slopes and convex rolls

Aspects: All aspects.

Elevations: All elevations.

Likelihood: Unlikely - Possible

Expected Size: 1 - 3