Persistent Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Possible
- Size
- 1–2
Avalanche forecast
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Colorado Avalanche Information Center
Avalanche danger
Mon
Tue
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
2 · Moderate
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Avalanche problems
Avalanche Summary
Strong winds vary snow depths across slopes and terrain, and drifting is observed in unusual places. Avalanches in the drifted snow could break several feet deep. The most dangerous slopes are steeper than about 35 degrees, are northerly or easterly-facing, and have signs of previous wind drifting. Drifted snow often feels stiff or has a smooth, rounded lense-like appearance. You can find safer travel options on low-angled slopes sheltered from the wind without steep hazards above.
A strong storm enters Colorado on Sunday, favoring the Central and Northern Mountains. Unfortunately, this storm looks to bring only light snowfall, but what it lacks in snow, it makes up in wind.