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Avalanche Forecast

Archived

Jan 19th, 2026–Jan 20th, 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

South Rockies, Dogtooth, East Purcell, Bull, Elkford East, Elkford West.

A crust makes for low avalanche danger but rugged travel conditions.

Steep sunny slopes may soften in the afternoon for better riding.

Confidence

High

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

Avalanche Summary

Small point release wet loose avalanches were observed on Sunday. Avalanche activity is considered generally unlikely.

Snowpack Summary

A crust extends to mountain top on south facing slopes. On north facing slopes it thins around treeline with wind affected dry snow lingering on high north slopes.

A layer of surface hoar, or a sun crust is buried 40-60 cm deep. This layer is currently not a concern with the thick surface crust.

A crust and facets buried near the base of the snowpack persists in shallow snowpacks. While not a concern, this layer could reactivate with significant snowfall or warming.

Weather Summary

Monday Night
Mostly clear skies. 30 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -5 °C.

Tuesday
Sunny. 20 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -6 °C.

Wednesday
Mostly sunny. 20 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -9 °C.

Thursday
Mostly sunny. 10 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -11 °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.
  • Carefully evaluate steep lines for wind slabs.
  • Make observations and continually assess conditions as you travel.