Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Jan 13th, 2025 4:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Loose Wet.
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Low hazard is not no hazard.
Small human-triggered avalanches remain possible in steep terrain where the snow surface remains moist from solar input.
Summary
Confidence
High
Avalanche Summary
On Sunday sluffing was observed on sun exposed slopes, triggered by the solar input.
Forecasters expect continued above freezing temperatures in the alpine and solar input will cause small loose wet avalanches in steep solar terrain on Tuesday.
If you are headed into the backcountry please consider making a MIN post with photos and observations from the day. The information is very helpful for forecasters!
Snowpack Summary
Dry snow is still found on shaded north and east facing alpine terrain. On sun-exposed slopes at all elevations the moist or wet snow surface is at various stages of refreezing.
The mid and lower snowpack is well consolidated, with several well-bonded crusts scattered throughout.
Snow depth has been reported as 330 cm at 1700 m, tapering quickly at lower elevations below treeline.
Watch this week's North Shore Conditions for more info.
Weather Summary
Monday Night
Mostly clear skies. 25 to 35 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 0 °C. An above freezing layer persists between 1400 and 2500 m.
Tuesday
Mostly sunny. 20 to 30 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature +1 °C. An above freezing layer persists between 1300 and 2500 m.
Wednesday
Mostly clear skies. 25 to 40 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature +4 °C. Freezing levels above mountain tops.
Thursday
Cloudy with light flurries, 1 to 4 cm. 30 to 60 km/h westerly ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -5 °C. Freezing levels drop to 800 m.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Be alert to conditions that change with elevation and sun exposure.
- Be careful with sluffing in steep terrain, especially above cliffs and terrain traps.
- Pay attention to cornices and give them a wide berth when traveling on or below ridges.
Problems
Loose Wet
Strong solar input and 0 °C temperatures in the alpine may trigger loose wet avalanche activity on solar slopes in the afternoon. Back off slopes, if the snow surface becomes wet or moist.
Aspects: South East, South, South West, West.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Jan 14th, 2025 4:00PM
