Ogden
Avalanche danger
- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
Highlights
The avalanche hazard is Low, with isolated pockets of wind drifts at the upper-most elevations.
Although cool temperatures and gusty winds should keep the snow surface cool, wet, loose activity is possible at low elevations and on steep southerly aspects.
Special Announcement
Discounted lift tickets - Thanks to the generous support of our Utah ski resorts and Ski Utah, all proceeds from these ticket sales go towards paying for avalanche forecasting and education! Get your tickets here.
Recent Activity
No avalanches were reported from the Ogden backcountry on Thursday. Control work at Ogden-area resorts reported isolated pockets of fresh wind drifts at the upper elevations.
Drew was in the Ben Lomond/Willard Peak region yesterday, and reported finding mostly wind-damage from the northerly winds.
You can read Drew's full observation HERE, and find all observations for the Ogden mountains by clicking HERE.
Snow and Weather
Currently, skies are clear and temperatures in the Ogden mountains are in the teens and low 20's F. After relaxing yesterday afternoon and overnight, winds have picked up this morning. Winds are out of the west/northwest, averaging in the teens at the mid-elevations, and averaging in the 20's at the upper elevations, with gusts in the 30's mph.
For today, you can expect generally clear skies with occasional passing high clouds. Temperatures will be in the 20's and mid 30's. Winds will be out of west/northwest and remain gusty through at least mid-day, especially at the upper elevations. At the mid-elevations, winds will average in the teens with gusts in the 20's. Along upper elevations ridges, winds will average in the 20's mph, with gusts in the 30's and 40's.
Additional Info
Drew shares his thoughts on the rising hazard for wet activity this coming weekend:
General Announcements
CLICK HERE FOR MORE GENERAL INFO AND FAQ
This information does not apply to developed ski areas or highways where avalanche control is normally done. This forecast is from the U.S.D.A. Forest Service, which is solely responsible for its content. This forecast describes general avalanche conditions and local variations always occur.