Avalanche Forecast

On Friday, widespread natural avalanches were reported up to size 2.5, loose wet and wet slabs possibly failing on the persistent weak layer formed in early February.

As freezing levels remain elevated, we expect natural avalanche activity to continue.

As sunny days and high freezing levels continue, more of the upper snowpack will get moist or wet. This will make the snowpack more unstable, including any persistent weak layers under the most recent snow, including a layer of large feathery surface hoar observed in the Mt. Cain area.

80 to 120 cm below the snow surface, a layer of softer, faceted snow overlies a crust on all but high north aspects.

The mid and lower snowpack is generally settled and strong.

Sunday Night

Clear. Light southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature around 9 °C.

Monday

Sunny. Light south ridgetop wind. Treeline high around 10 °C.

Tuesday

Mostly sunny. Light to moderate southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature around 8 °C.

Wednesday

Mostly cloudy. Light rain, snow above 1200 m. Moderate to strong southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature around 0 °C.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

• Only the most simple non-avalanche terrain free of overhead hazard is appropriate at this time.
• Avoid exposure to overhead avalanche terrain, avalanches may run surprisingly far.
• Avoid exposure to slopes that have cornices overhead.
• Avoid sun exposed slopes, especially if snow surface is moist or wet.