South Okanagan

Avalanche conditions are generally safe conditions, but watch for small, isolated wind slabs near peaks and ridgetops.

High

• We have a good understanding of the snowpack structure and confidence in the weather forecast.

There have been no recent reports of avalanche activity.

Most terrain is windswept to a thick, supportive crust.

North-facing slopes vary, with up to 10 cm of soft snow in sheltered areas and isolated wind slabs in some lee features.

The snowpack beneath the crust is strong and bonded.

Monday Night

Mostly clear skies. 10 km/h south ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -6 °C.

Tuesday

Mix of sun and clouds. 20 km/h south ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -2 °C. Freezing level 1700 m.

Wednesday

Mix of sun and clouds. 1 to 2 cm of snow in the South Okanagan. 30 km/h south ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -2 °C. Freezing level 1700 m.

Thursday

Mix of sun and clouds. 2 to 5 cm of snow. 20 km/h north ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -1 °C. Freezing level 1900 m.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

• A hard crust on the snow surface will help strengthen the snowpack, but may cause tough travel conditions.
• Pay attention to isolated wind affected features in the alpine, as well as cross-loaded features at treeline.