Wind slabs are expected to remain reactive. Use caution around ridgelines, and watch for signs of instability
The freshest and most reactive wind slabs will likely be forming on north and east facing slopes as winds shift to southwest.
On other aspects, older wind slabs are likely to remain reactive as they sit over weak surfaces.
Size 2 natural avalanches were observed on Monday on west facing slopes, and cross loaded features in the alpine. Check out this MIN report for more details.
We expect natural activity to have tapered off, but human triggering still remains possible.
15-40 cm of recent snow sits over weak, faceted surfaces and may be slow to bond. At upper elevations, it has been redistributed by shifting winds. Check out this MIN report from the weekend, describing snowy conditions in high terrain.
Another layer of weak, faceted crystals and a crust are buried 20-50 cm deep. The mid and lower snowpack is generally well-bonded and strong.
Tuesday Night
Mostly cloudy with flurries bringing up to 5 cm. 40-70 km/h south ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -15 °C.
Wednesday
A mix of sun and cloud. 20-30 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -10 °C.
Thursday
Mostly cloudy. Possible flurries. 30-40 km/h southeast ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -8 °C.
Friday
Mostly cloudy. Possible flurries. 30-40 km/h southeast ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -10 °C.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
