Avalanche forecast

Vail & Summit County

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Mon
Tue
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Unlikely - Possible
    Size
    1–2

  • Persistent Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Unlikely
    Size
    1–2

Avalanche Summary

You can trigger an avalanche on wind-drifted north through east to southeast-facing alpine slopes. Westerly winds will pick up during the day, building thin new slabs below ridgelines and the along sides of gullies. Choose wind-sheltered slopes with softer snow to avoid this concern.

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