Avalanche activity is more likely as the sun and rising temperatures affect the snowpack.
Rising temperatures and strong sunshine will increase potential for wet avalanches. Warming will be most intense on steep south facing slopes, especially near rocks.
No new avalanches have been reported.
Reports are limited at this point in the season. If you head into the mountains, please share photos or observations on the MIN.
Surface conditions range from crusty or moist snow on lower and south-facing slopes to firm, wind-affected snow in exposed areas. Pockets of dry snow may still exist on high north-facing slopes.
The mid and lower snowpack is generally strong and well-bonded.
Wednesday Night
Clear skies. 20 to 30 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Freezing level falls to 1000 m.
Thursday
Clear skies. 20 to 40 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 0 °C. Freezing level 2000 m.
Friday
Clear skies. 15 to 30 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature +5 °C. Freezing level 2500 m.
Saturday
A mix of sun and cloud. 5-10 cm of snow above 2000 m. 10 to 20 km/h northwest ridgetop wind.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
