Avalanche forecast

Sea To Sky

Feb 17 – 18, 2026Avalanche Canada
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Avalanche danger

Thu
Fri
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
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Highlights

Carefully assess steep terrain for wind slab before committing.

Seek out sheltered terrain for the best and safest riding.

Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

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

    Approach steep slopes near ridge crests with caution.

    Recent strong wind means that wind slab could be found farther downslope than expected.

Confidence

Moderate

  • We are uncertain about how the timing or intensity of solar radiation will affect the snowpack.

Avalanche Summary

Over the past couple days several, small  wind slab and dry loose avalanches have been observed in the region. These avalanches were triggered naturally and by skiers in steep terrain.

Check out this MIN report for some more details.

Snowpack Summary

15 to 30 cm of new snow with moderate to strong southerly wind has formed deep deposits on north and east facing slopes. On sheltered features at treeline this new snow may overlie surface hoar.

The early February crust/facet layer is down 20 to 60 cm.

A widespread crust and facet layer from late January is buried 40 to 100 cm deep.

The mid and lower snowpack is well settled and strong.

Weather Summary

Monday Night
Mostly cloudy. 5 to 10 cm of snow. 20 km/h south ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -7 °C.

Tuesday
Mix of sun and cloud. 0 to 2 cm of snow possible. 10 km/h east ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -6 °C.

Wednesday
Mix of sun and clouds. 1 to 4 cm of snow. 10 km/h south ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -9 °C.

Thursday
Sunny. 10 km/h north ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -11 °C.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

Terrain and Travel Advice

  • Be alert to conditions that change with elevation, aspect, and exposure to wind.
  • Be careful with wind-loaded pockets, especially near ridge crests and rollovers.
  • Be aware of the potential for loose avalanches in steep terrain where snow hasn't formed a slab.
  • Pay attention to cornices and give them a wide berth when traveling on or below ridges.

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