Avalanche forecast

Jasper

Dec 2 – 3, 2018Parks Canada
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Avalanche danger

Mon
Tue
Alpine
1 · Low
Treeline
1 · Low
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Highlights

Little change in the present snowpack condition expected for the foreseeable future.

Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Unlikely
    Size
    1–1.5
    Previous strong winds have left widely scoured surfaces with pockets of hard windslab.

  • Deep Persistent Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Unlikely
    Size
    1–2
    Although currently dormant, it would be wise to assess the strength of the interfaces above & below the October 25 crust before entering committing lines. This layer exists on most skiable slopes.

Weather Forecast

Looking into early next week we will be getting a dry and cooling trend with mostly a mix  of sun and cloud. Alpine temperatures will be around -10 C and ridge winds looking light northeast. Click here for a detailed mountain weather forecast from Avalanche Canada

Snowpack Summary

Previous strong SW winds have left the alpine heavily wind affected. The October 25 crust, found 40cm off the ground in most places, has not produced any recent avalanche reports or noted activity in the region.

Avalanche Summary

No new activity observed or reported. Remember to share the conditions found on your trip this weekend with Avalanche Canada's, Mountain Information Network

Confidence

Due to the number of field observations

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