Assess the bond between new snow and the underlying crust as you gain elevation. New wind slabs may not bond well and be more reactive as a result.
Ongoing snowfall and southerly wind will likely keep the wind slab problem active. Wind slabs may be more reactive where they overlie facets or a crust.
A couple of skier-triggered avalanches surprised a ski touring group on Saturday. Both avalanches were reported as size 2 and occurred on a northeast, alpine slopes just below a rocky ridge top.
If you go out in the backcountry, please consider sharing your observations on the Mountain Information Network (MIN).
5 to 15 cm of recent snow has fallen over a thin crust below 2000 m and wind effected surfaces above this elevation. In sheltered north facing terrain at treeline and above, this new snow is likely soft and makes for good skiing.
The mid and lower snowpack consists of various crusts and layers of facets or surface hoar. Reports indicate these are not currently a concern.
Monday Night
Mostly cloudy with 2 to 8 cm of new snow expected, south alpine wind 15 to 30 km/h, treeline temperature -2 °C.
Tuesday
Mostly cloudy with around 5 cm of new snow expected, south alpine winds 20 to 40 km/h, freezing level rising to 1600 m.
Wednesday
Cloudy with trace amounts of new snow expected, south alpine winds 20 to 40 km/h, treeline temperature -2°C.
Thursday
Mostly cloudy with trace amounts of new snow expected, south alpine wind 20 to 40 km/h, freezing level rising to 1400 m.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
