Uintas

MODERATE avalanche danger is found around the dial on upper elevation, leeward slopes in the wind zone, and in mid elevation terrain facing the north half of the compass. Human triggered avalanches are possible, especially on steep slopes with recent deposits of wind drifted snow. Lose some elevation, you lose the wind, and you lose the problem. Generally LOW avalanche danger is found on lower elevation terrain where human triggered avalanches are UNLIKELY.

In late breaking news... a natural slide on the east face of Mount Watson was reported to us yesterday. Fracturing 16" deep x 300' wide and most likely failing on a thin crust/facet combo, I suspect it occurred on Feb. 1st as a result of strong northwest winds and natural cornice fall. More deets are found HERE.

But wait... there's more! If ya wanna geek out, click HERE to track this years slide activity throughout the range.

Nowcast- With mostly cloudy skies overhead, a few light snow showers linger as our storm winds down. Yeah it was a bit of a dud for us, though the North Slope was able to squeak out 8" of low density snow with the south half of the range registering in the 4" range. In either case, it was a much needed refresh and riding conditions remain all-time. Cold air filtering into the area ushered in crisp temperatures which start the work day in the single digits and teens as west-northwest winds blow in the mid 20's along the high ridges.

Forecast- Light snow showers continue through mid morning with a clearing trend slated as the day progresses. It'll feel refreshingly winter-like with high temperatures not varying much from where we're at this morning and overnight lows dipping into the single digits. Northerly winds should stay rather well-behaved, blowing in the 20's near the high peaks.

Futurecast- A beautiful day is on tap for Tuesday with mostly sunny skies, light winds, and temperatures climbing into the 20's. Minor brush-by's Wednesday and Thursday bring cooler temperatures and a flurry or two.

Our good friends and partners in all things weather, the SLC National Weather Service, map out our Monday morning mashup.

Huge thanks for all the great obs streaming in from the eastern front. Detailed trip reports and recent obs are found HERE.

Weather stations-

And... rime events have severely crippled the Uinta weather station network. I'm working to get it back up and running, but a few stations are found HERE (click weather stations, and then on the Western Uinta tab)

Observations-

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Issued at 03:21 on Monday February 6th, this forecast expires 24 hours after the date and time posted, but will be updated by 07:00 Tuesday February 7th 2023.

Before it gets too crazy, now is the time to book an avalanche awareness presentation for your group, club, or posse. You can reach Craig directly at 801-231-2170 or [email protected].

This forecast is from the U.S.D.A. Forest Service, which is solely responsible for its content. This forecast describes general avalanche conditions and local variations always occur.