Wind Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Possible
- Size
- 1–2
Use caution around isolated wind-affected features in the alpine. Wind slabs may be reactive to human triggering.
Avalanche forecast
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Avalanche danger
Wed
Thu
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
Highlights
Use caution in steep, rocky, wind-affected areas where triggering slabs is more likely.
Look for sheltered areas where snow is preserved and good quality riding can be found.
Avalanche problems
Loose Dry
NNEESESSWWNW- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Possible
- Size
- 1–2
Unconsolidated snow that has been protected from the wind is likely to sluff in steep terrain features. Ensure your route plan strives to avoid terrain traps, especially cliffs.
Confidence
Moderate
Avalanche Summary
As of 4 pm on Sunday, no new avalanches have been reported in the region.
If you head out in the backcountry, let us know what you are seeing by submitting a MIN report!
Weather Summary
Sunday Night
Partly cloudy with light flurries, up to 1 cm. 5 to 15 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -6 °C.
Monday
A mix of sun and cloud. 5 to 15 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -5 °C.
Tuesday
Mainly clear. 15 to 30 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -5 °C.
Wednesday
Partially cloudy with light flurries, up to 1 cm. 20 to 40 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -10 °C.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Be careful with wind-loaded pockets, especially near ridge crests and rollovers.
- Be careful with sluffing in steep terrain, especially above cliffs and terrain traps.
- Be aware of the potential for loose avalanches in steep terrain where snow hasn't formed a slab.