Avalanche Forecast

Archived

Jan 18th, 2026–Jan 19th, 2026

Alpine

Natural avalanches unlikely.

Treeline

Natural avalanches unlikely.

Below Treeline

Natural avalanches unlikely.

Alpine

Natural avalanches unlikely.

Treeline

Natural avalanches unlikely.

Below Treeline

Natural avalanches unlikely.

Alpine

Natural avalanches unlikely.

Treeline

Natural avalanches unlikely.

Below Treeline

Natural avalanches unlikely.

Regions

Kootenay Boundary, Purcells, Bonnington, Grohman, Kootenay Pass, Norns, Ymir, Crawford, Kokanee, Retallack, Valhalla.

Expect challenging travel conditions; cool temperatures will limit the crust softening.

Assess slopes for slip 'n slide risk before committing.

Confidence

High

Confidence is due to a stable weather pattern; little change is expected for several days.

Avalanche Summary

Small wet loose avalanche activity continued on Saturday in steep south facing terrain. Avalanche activity is unlikely when there is a thick crust on the surface.

Snowpack Summary

A widespread surface crust exists. It thins and becomes less supportive as you gain elevation.

A spotty surface hoar layer from early January is buried 50 to 100 cm. This layer has not produced recent avalanche activity. The remaining snowpack is generally well-bonded, with multiple crust layers present.

Weather Summary

Sunday Night
Clear skies. 20 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -2 °C. Freezing level 1100 m.

Monday
Sunny. 20 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C. Freezing level 900 m.

Tuesday
Sunny. 40 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -4 °C.

Wednesday
Mostly sunny. 30 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -5 °C.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

Terrain and Travel Advice

A hard crust on the snow surface will help strengthen the snowpack, but may cause tough travel conditions.
This is a good time for exploring terrain.