Tetons

The general avalanche hazard will increase from LOW to MODERATE as snow surfaces soften. This could happen before mid-day, and wet loose slides and cornice failures may begin to occur. These events, along with backcountry travelers, could trigger pockets of wet slab up to 18 inches deep. As the day warms, avalanche activity will become more likely. Monitor conditions, stay out from under large cornices, and plan to avoid avalanche terrain after snow surfaces have significantly softened.

Expect mostly dry and windy conditions Friday night before an approaching cold front brings increasing cloud cover and a chance for showers Saturday afternoon and into the evening. Overnight lows in the mountains will be in near 30 before rising into the upper 30s to low 40s during the day. Westerly ridgetop winds will range from 10 to 20 miles per hour.The general avalanche hazard is expected to be LOW Saturday morning following below freezing conditions overnight. The increase in hazard, possibly rising to MODERATE, will be dependent on the extent crusts developed overnight, and the amount of sunshine received during the day. If snow surfaces soften, wet loose slides and cornice failures may begin to occur. These events, along with backcountry travelers, could trigger pockets of surface slab up to 18 inches deep if substantial warming occurs. Monitor conditions, stay out from underneath large cornices, and avoid avalanche terrain where snow surfaces have significantly softened.