Yukon

Evaluate steep lines carefully for wind slabs before committing.

The best riding will be found on sheltered terrain features.

No recent avalanches have been reported.

Early season observations are very limited. Share your observations with forecasters and the backcountry community through the Mountain Information Network.

Up to 15 centimeters of snow covers a mix of old surfaces, including hard wind-affected snow, soft faceted snow, and surface hoar. The snowpack is generally strong, with some crusts near the base.

Snow depths vary significantly across the region, with about 50 cm at treeline and up to 100 cm in alpine areas.

Wednesday Night

Mostly cloudy with up to 3 cm of snow expected. 15 to 30 km/h northeast ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -15 °C

Thursday

A mix of sun and cloud with trace amounts of snow possible. 15 to 30 km/h northeast ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -16°C.

Friday

A mix of sun and cloud with trace amounts of snow possible. 20 to 40 km/h northeast ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -20°C.

Saturday

Mostly sunny with no snow expected. 15 to 25 km/h northeast ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -24°C.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

• Small avalanches can have serious consequences in extreme terrain. Carefully evaluate your line for slabs before you commit to it.
• Watch for areas of hard wind slab on alpine features.