Avalanche forecast

Jasper

Jan 15 – 16, 2020Parks Canada
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Avalanche danger

Thu
Fri
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
1 · Low

Highlights

Slow progression toward tolerable temperatures beginning today (Wednesday).

Caution is advised if you plan to venture out Ice Climbing; pillars and daggers will be extremely brittle in these cold temperatures.

Avalanche problems

  • Deep Persistent Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Unlikely - Possible
    Size
    1–3

    Numerous avalanches were observed throughout the region that failed to ground. Activity has tapered off but may be waiting for the human trigger.

Weather Forecast

The arctic air will continue to dominate the weather until Friday. A gradual warming trend will commence on Wednesday with the possibility of very light precip on Thursday. The CAA's Mountain Weather forecast now includes a more specific Alberta Rockies synopsis.

Snowpack Summary

Surface faceting at all elevations. Weakening midpack comprised of mixed forms and facets, bridging basal facets and DH. HS Average at TL: ~150cm.

Avalanche Summary

No new avalanches observed or reported

Confidence

Regions covered