South Rockies
Danger d’avalanche
Points saillants
A crust makes for low avalanche danger but rugged travel conditions.
Steep sunny slopes may soften in the afternoon for better riding.
Confidence
High
- Confidence is due to a stable weather pattern; little change is expected for several days.
Avalanche Summary
Small point release wet loose avalanches were observed on Sunday. Avalanche activity is considered generally unlikely.
Snowpack Summary
A crust extends to mountain top on south facing slopes. On north facing slopes it thins around treeline with wind affected dry snow lingering on high north slopes.
A layer of surface hoar, or a sun crust is buried 40-60 cm deep. This layer is currently not a concern with the thick surface crust.
A crust and facets buried near the base of the snowpack persists in shallow snowpacks. While not a concern, this layer could reactivate with significant snowfall or warming.
Weather Summary
Monday Night
Mostly clear skies. 30 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -5 °C.
Tuesday
Sunny. 20 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -6 °C.
Wednesday
Mostly sunny. 20 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -9 °C.
Thursday
Mostly sunny. 10 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -11 °C.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- A hard crust on the snow surface will help strengthen the snowpack, but may cause tough travel conditions.
- Carefully evaluate steep lines for wind slabs.
- Make observations and continually assess conditions as you travel.