Sea To Sky

Wind slabs may remain reactive on a variety of aspects at treeline and above.

Sheltered terrain at lower elevations will likely offer the best and safest riding.

Explosive avalanche control work near Whistler produced size 1 wind slab avalanches at treeline and above on a variety of aspects on Sunday.

30-60 cm of snow last week and shifting strong winds formed wind slabs on a variety of aspects at treeline and above. These slabs are sitting on either hard surfaces or small facets.

A couple crusts with facets sitting above them can be found at treeline and above down 60-180 cm.

The remainder of the mid and lower snowpack is well-settled, strong, and consolidated.

Monday Night

Mostly cloudy with very isolated flurries; 0-3 cm / Light southeast ridgetop wind / Low temperature at treeline -9 C / Freezing level valley bottom

Tuesday

Cloudy with flurries; 3-5 cm / Light south ridgetop wind / High temperature at treeline -3 C / Freezing level 1000 m.

Wednesday

Mix of sun and cloud / Light southeast ridgetop wind / High temperature at treeline -2 C / Freezing level 1200 m.

Thursday

Mix of sun and cloud / Light southeast ridgetop wind / High temperature at treeline -2 C / Freezing level 1200 m.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

• Be especially cautious as you transition into wind affected terrain.
• Recent wind has varied in direction so watch for wind slabs on all aspects.
• Avoid steep, rocky, and wind effected areas where triggering slabs is more likely.
• Seek out wind sheltered terrain below treeline where you can avoid wind slabs and find great riding.
• Avoid travelling on slopes below cornices.