Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Feb 11th, 2024 4:00PM
The alpine rating is Storm Slabs.
, the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems includeSnowfall amounts may vary across the region. Be sure to verify the forecast and make appropriate adjustments if it does not align with expectations.
Summary
Confidence
Moderate
Avalanche Summary
No new avalanches have been reported in this region.
If you do go into the backcountry, please consider submitting a MIN report.
Snowpack Summary
Roughly 20 cm of new snow has buried a widespread, thick crust at higher elevations. New snow may not rapidly bond to the crust below.
At lower elevations, conditions remain rugged with a shallow snowpack and largely wet snow surfaces.
Weather Summary
Highest precipitation amounts are forecast for the west of the region, while lower amounts are forecast as you move eastward.
Sunday Night
Cloudy with 10 to 20 cm of snow. 20 to 40 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C.
Monday
Clearing through the day with 5 to 15 cm of snow. 10 to 20 km/h northeast ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C.
Tuesday
Sunny. 20 to 40 km/h northeast ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -6 °C.
Wednesday
Mostly sunny. 30 to 50 km/h east ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -10 °C.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Closely monitor how the new snow is bonding to the crust.
- Give the new snow time to settle and stabilize before pushing into bigger terrain.
- Expect shallow snow cover that barely covers ground roughness.
Problems
Storm Slabs
Recent storm snow may not rapidly bond to a widespread crust below.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Feb 12th, 2024 4:00PM