Snoqualmie Pass

Sunday will be another beautiful weather day in the mountains. Instead of worrying about avalanches, focus on travel conditions. Firm slopes capable of producing a long, uncontrolled slide will require care and possibly specialized equipment when crossing.

Sunday will essentially be a carbon copy of Saturday, weather-wise. Therefore, don't expect much difference in avalanche or mountain travel conditions.

Inversion conditions will persist with chilly low-level temperatures and higher elevations warming throughout the day. We may see a return to cloudy skies at the Pass proper and along the eastern approach. Despite these subtle changes, avalanche potential remains close to zero. But remember that the mountains are inherently dangerous and can surprise you. Don't forget to use good travel techniques and consider limiting your time spent traveling below corniced ridgelines, glide cracks, or chunks of snow hanging on rocky ledges. If you're headed for extreme terrain or deep into the alpine, conditions can differ.

Instead of avalanches, you'll need to manage travel hazards on Sunday. Icy slopes are commonplace, leading to the possibility of long, uncontrolled slides. Upper elevation temperatures may allow softening of sun-exposed slopes throughout the day, but it's not guaranteed. In fact, aspects that receive direct sunshine may contain more dirt than snow at this point. All the same, be sure to bring the right equipment to manage firm slopes, and know how to use it. 

You'll also need to manage open creeks, exposed bushes, rocks, holes, and bare ground. All of these hazards can add time to your travels.