Avalanche forecast

Kananaskis

Nov 30 – Dec 2, 2022Avalanche Canada
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Avalanche danger

Fri
Sat
Alpine
3 · Considerable
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
1 · Low
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Highlights

Early season conditions are still present along with a generally weak snowpack. Human triggering is quite likely and conservative route finding is highly recommended.

Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Likely
    Size
    1.5–2.5

    Wind slabs are expected in all Alpine terrain on all aspects. At Treeline these slabs are expected to be more confined to ridge-crests and gully features.

  • Loose Dry

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

    All of this loose/dry storm snow will continue to lead to avalanches up to size 2. If a slide occurs, there is a possibility that it will entrain the facets underneath.

Avalanche Summary

No new avalanches were observed today in the Highwood Pass area.

Confidence

Moderate

Snowpack Summary

A few cm's fell on Wednesday to add to our 30-40cm of storm snow that sits on top of the basal facets. Some wind slabs are present near ridge lines and cross loaded gullies.

We generally have a weak snowpack with the base consisting of 40cm of facets. This will be on our radar for some time to come and continue to be a concern for triggering.

Weather Summary

Thursday will start off at -22c and warm up to a balmy -12c. Skies will be a mixed bag of sun and cloud. Winds are expected to be light out of the SW.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

Terrain and Travel Advice

  • Loose avalanches may start small but they can grow and push you into dangerous terrain.
  • Watch for newly formed and reactive wind slabs as you transition into wind affected terrain.
  • Ice climbers should be equipped with avalanche safety gear.

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