The current snowpack demands a thoughtful approach to avalanche terrain. Avoid steep terrain with shallow, variable snow depths where triggering deep weak layers is more likely.
Human triggering of deep persistent weak layers remains possible, especially in shallow areas with variable snow depths. Consequences could be severe if triggered.
No recent avalanches have been reported in the region.
Please continue to share any observations or photos on the Mountain Information Network.
Roughly 10 cm of low-density snow since the weekend overlies a generally well-settled upper snowpack. The mid and lower snowpack consists of loose facets, with a significant weak layer of large facets and a crust down 80 to 120 cm from the surface. The snow below this weak layer is generally weak and unconsolidated.
Treeline snow depths are roughly 140 to 160 cm.
Tuesday night
Mostly clear, with no precipitation. Very light ridgetop winds. Treeline temperatures -5 to -10 C.
Wednesday
A mix of sun and cloud, no precipitation. Light southwest ridgetop winds. Treeline temperatures -5 to -10 C.
Thursday
Mostly cloudy, with trace snow. Light southwest ridgetop winds. Treeline temperatures -5 to -10 C.
Friday
Cloudy, with flurries. 0 to 2 cm. Light southwest ridgetop winds, with strong gusts. Treeline temperatures 0 to -5 C. Freezing levels 2000 m.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
