Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Apr 16th, 2024 4:00PM
The alpine rating is
, the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating isBest practice is to back off sun-exposed slopes as they bake in the sun.
Summary
Confidence
High
Avalanche Summary
We haven't received reports of recent avalanche activity. The likelihood of triggering an avalanche is low at this time.
Please consider submitting to the Mountain Information Network if you are getting out in the backcountry.
Snowpack Summary
The snow surface will wet with daytime warming and freeze into a hard melt-freeze crust at night.
The remainder of the snowpack is strong.
There is insufficient snow to form avalanches for most below treeline locations.
Weather Summary
Tuesday Night
Clear skies. 30 km/h north ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -1 °C.
Wednesday
Clear skies. 10 to 20 km/h northeast ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 3 °C. Freezing level 1500 m.
Thursday
Clear skies. 20 km/h northeast ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 3 °C. Freezing level 1500 m.
Friday
Clear skies. 20 to 30 km/h east ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 5 °C. Freezing level 1700 m.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- When a thick, melt-freeze surface crust is present, avalanche activity is unlikely.
- Pay attention to cornices and give them a wide berth when traveling on or below ridges.
- Watch for unstable snow on specific terrain features, especially when the snow is moist or wet.
- Avoid terrain traps such as gullies and cliffs where the consequence of any avalanche could be serious.
Valid until: Apr 17th, 2024 4:00PM