Avalanche forecast

Jasper

Nov 26 – 27, 2015Parks Canada
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Avalanche danger

Thu
Fri
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
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Highlights

Cold and clear for the next few days - dress warm and enjoy the blue skies.

Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Unlikely - Possible
    Size
    1–2
    Previous strong to moderate winds and recent North winds may have formed wind slabs on isolated terrain features at upper elevations. Ice climbers should be aware of this on exposed ledges.

Weather Forecast

Cool temps expected throughout the week, with clear skies and no new precipitation. Winds chilly and light from the North.

Snowpack Summary

Good snow amounts for November, slightly higher than usual. The last few days have had some shifting wind patterns and there may be isolated pockets of windslab in exposed areas above treeline.

Avalanche Summary

No avalanches observed or reported.

Confidence

The weather pattern is stable

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