Purcells

The freezing level is forecast to drop Monday, yet the sun will still be out. Thin wet loose avalanches are the main concern on steep slopes facing the sun.

Avalanche activity on Saturday and Sunday has been reported as numerous wet loose size 1-2 on slopes facing the sun.

Expect surfaces to melt and weaken as the freezing level remains elevated on Monday. This will be isolated to sun-exposed slopes.

Weak layers deeper in the snowpack have shown signs of strengthening and are no longer a concern.

Sunday Night

Mostly clear. 10-20 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 1 °C. Freezing level 2500 m.

Monday

Mix of sun and cloud. 15-30 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 0 °C. Freezing level 2000 m.

Tuesday

Mainly cloudy with 3-8 cm of snow. 20-30 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C. Freezing level 1500 m.

Wednesday

Mix of sun and cloud. 10-25 km/h northeast ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C. Freezing level 1500 m.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

• Minimize exposure to sun-exposed slopes when the solar radiation is strong.
• Minimize your exposure time below cornices.
• Watch for wind-loaded pockets especially around ridgecrest and in extreme terrain.