South Coast Inland

Under current conditions, a fall in steep terrain poses a greater risk than avalanches.

High

• We are confident due to a stable weather pattern.

No recent avalanches have been reported.

A thick surface crust with rain runnels caps the snowpack. This crust may break down during daytime warming and direct sun on steep slopes. Surface hoar may exist in areas sheltered from the wind. This is not a concern until it gets buried with snow.

Cornices are reported to be large and looming. Be mindful of them overhead or when travelling on ridge tops.

The snowpack is generally well settled and strong, with no current layers of concern.

Snowpack depth ranges between 150 to 250 cm at treeline elevations.

Monday Night
Mostly clear skies. 40 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -5 °C.

Tuesday
Mostly sunny. 40 km/h south ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C.

Wednesday
Mix of sun and clouds. Up to 5 cm of snow. 60 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C.

Thursday
Mostly cloudy. Up to 5 cm of snow. 60 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -2 °C.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

• Avalanche activity is unlikely when a thick melt-freeze crust is present on the snow surface.
• A hard crust on the snow surface will help strengthen the snowpack, but may cause tough travel conditions.
• Pay attention to cornices and give them a wide berth when traveling on or below ridges.
• The snowpack is generally stable; it may be appropriate to step out into more complex terrain.