Any appearance of the strong April sun can initiate a loose wet avalanche cycle. The likelihood of loose wet avalanches increases as temperatures warm through the day and/or if the sun comes out for a prolonged period of time.
Any appearance of the strong April sun can initiate a loose wet avalanche cycle. The likelihood of loose wet avalanches increases as temperatures warm through the day and/or if the sun comes out for a prolonged period of time.
THURSDAY NIGHT: Cloudy / Light, southwesterly winds / Alpine low -2 C / Freezing level 1700 m.
FRIDAY: Cloudy with isolated alpine flurries; 0-5 cm. / Light, northwesterly winds / Alpine high 3 C / Freezing level 2000 m.
SATURDAY: Cloudy with alpine flurries; 3-10 cm. / Moderate, westerly winds / Alpine high -1 C / Freezing level 1700 m.
SUNDAY: Mix of sun and cloud / Light, northeasterly winds / Alpine high -1 C / Freezing level 1600 m.
No new avalanches were reported in this region on Wednesday. However, there are currently no professional observers submitting daily observations. Please submit your observations to the MIN. Photos of avalanches or current conditions are particularly useful.
As temperatures cool, we will enter a diurnal cycle during which the hazard will be low in the mornings, if there was a strong overnight freeze, and elevate throughout the day depending on warming and solar radiation. Hazard ratings are for the peak hazard expected during each day.
Check out this link for useful advice on managing avalanche hazard during spring conditions. HERE.
