South Coast Inland

Strong southwest wind may form slabs on lee features at treeline and above.

Watch for newly formed and reactive wind slabs as you transition into wind-affected terrain.

Moderate

• We are uncertain about forecast snowfall amounts.

No recent avalanches have been reported.

10 to 20 cm of new snow and strong southwest wind may form wind slabs at treeline and above. The recent snow overlies a persistent weak layer.

At treeline and above, this layer is primarily a hard crust with weak facets above and/or below.

In sheltered treeline locations and below, this layer may be a combination of hard crust and/or surface hoar.

Cornices are reported to be large and looming. Be mindful of them overhead or when travelling on ridge tops.

The mid/lower snowpack is generally well settled and strong.

Snowpack depth ranges between 150 to 250 cm at treeline elevations.

Thursday Night
Mostly cloudy. 5 to 15 cm of snow. 60 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -2 °C. Freezing level 1700 m.

Friday
Mostly cloudy. 10 to 20 cm of snow. 70 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C. Freezing level 1600 m.

Saturday
Mostly cloudy. 40 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 1 °C. Freezing level 2200 m.

Sunday
Mix of sun and clouds. 3 to 5 cm of snow. 70 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -1 °C. Freezing level 1700 m.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

• Watch for newly formed and reactive wind slabs as you transition into wind-affected terrain.
• Be alert to conditions that change with elevation, aspect, and exposure to wind.
• Use ridges or ribs to avoid areas of wind-loaded snow.
• Pay attention to cornices and give them a wide berth when traveling on or below ridges.