Avalanche forecast

Northern San Juan

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Wed
Thu
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
2 · Moderate
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Avalanche problems

  • Persistent Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible
    Size
    1–1.5

Avalanche Summary

You can  trigger an avalanche on upper-elevation slopes facing north, northeast, and east where weak early-season snow lingers beneath cohesive layers of drifted snow. Cracking and audible collapsing are signs of unstable snow. Retreat to more wind-sheltered terrain or less-steep slopes if you experience these warning signs. South-facing terrain or slopes less than about 35 degrees provide safer options. 

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