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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

Rossland, South Okanagan, Shuswap, North Okanagan.

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 with little change expected.

Avalanche Summary

There are no new avalanche observations. Avalanche activity is considered unlikely.

Snowpack Summary

A widespread crust exists on all aspects to mountaintop. This crust may soften during the day with solar input.

The mid to lower snowpack contains a few crust/facet layers, including one buried in mid December, now 50 to 80 cm deep. These layers are not a concern under current conditions.

Weather Summary

Monday Night
Clear skies. 50 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -2 °C. Freezing level 1600 m.

Tuesday
Sunny. 30 km/h north ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C.

Wednesday
Mostly sunny. 30 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -4 °C.

Thursday
Mix of sun and clouds. 30 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -5 °C.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

Terrain and Travel Advice

  • Avalanche activity is unlikely when a thick melt-freeze crust is present on the snow surface.
  • Make observations and continually assess conditions as you travel.
  • Now is a good time for backcountry travel.