Avalanche forecast

Kootenay Boundary

Apr 1 – 2, 2019Avalanche Canada
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Avalanche danger

Wed
Thu
Alpine
1 · Low
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low

Highlights

Another day of mostly sunny weather on Tuesday. Minimize exposure to steep slopes facing the sun during the warmest part of the day.

Confidence

High - The weather pattern is stable on Tuesday

Weather Forecast

TUESDAY: Mix of sun and cloud / light east wind / alpine temperature 1 C / freezing level 2000 mWEDNESDAY: Flurries, accumulation 5-10 cm at upper elevations / moderate southwest wind / alpine temperature -1 C / freezing level 1800 mTHURSDAY: Mainly cloudy with scattered flurries / moderate south wind / alpine temperature -1 C / freezing level 1800 m

Avalanche Summary

There have been no new reports of recent avalanche activity.

Snowpack Summary

Dry snow may still be found on north aspects above 2000 m. At lower elevations, expect to see a supportive crust on or near the surface if there is a good overnight freeze. This crust sits above a largely moist or wet snowpack.

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