Avalanche Forecast

Moderate

Up to 40 cm of new snow has built storm slabs at upper elevations. These slabs are expected to be thickest and most reactive on wind-loaded north and east aspects. High freezing levels may result in rain at lower elevations.

Otherwise, 40 to 70 cm of snow overlies a melt-freeze crust. Two weak layers of surface hoar and/or faceted grains associated with crusts from late-January and mid-February may be found 70 to 120 cm deep. Recently, these layers have been unreactive and are not a significant concern. The mid and lower snowpack is well-settled and strong.

Monday Night

Cloudy with 0 to 3 mm/cm of rain/snow. 10 to 20 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 1 °C. Freezing level 2000 m.

Tuesday

Cloudy with 2 mm of rain. 20 to 30 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 3 °C. Freezing level 2600 m by end of day.

Wednesday

A mix of sun and cloud. 20 to 30 km/h southeast ridgetop winds. Treeline temperature +7 °C. Freezing level rising to 3100 m.

Thursday

Mostly cloudy with 5 to 15 cm/mm of snow or rain. 20 to 30 km/h southeast ridgetop winds. Treeline temperature 0 °C. Freezing level falling to 1800 m by noon.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

• If you are increasing your exposure to avalanche terrain, do it gradually as you gather information.
• Be especially cautious as you transition into wind-affected terrain.
• Loose avalanches may start small, but they can grow and push you into dangerous terrain.