Avalanche Forecast
Regions: Jasper.
Weather Forecast
Spring weather conditions. Rain, snow, wind, scorching hot sun can all be expected over the course of the day, be prepared for all types of weather. Freezing levels to remain high.
Snowpack Summary
A weak snowpack with isothermal conditions Below Tree Line, Tree Line and reaching into the Alpine exists on all aspects due to prolonged high freezing levels. Some crust recovery overnight in the high Alpine. The persistent slab problem still exists on high north facing alpine slopes in specific locations.
Avalanche Summary
Loose wet and wet slab avalanches up to size 3 have been observed along the Parkway, many initiated by cornice failure due to daytime heating. This trend will continue with the forecasted weather ahead.
Confidence
Avalanche Problems
Loose Wet
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood: Likely - Very Likely
Expected Size: 1 - 3
Cornices
Aspects: North, North East, East, South East, South.
Elevations: Alpine.
Likelihood: Likely - Very Likely
Expected Size: 1 - 3
Deep Persistent Slabs
Aspects: North, North East, East.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood: Likely - Very Likely
Expected Size: 2 - 4