Watch for unstable slabs on isolated terrain features where pockets of deeper snow sit over a weak layer.
A shallowly buried weak layer of surface hoar on a crust is not currently at threshold for an avalanche problem in most areas. However, small slabs may be triggerable in deeper pockets.
On Wednesday, avalanche activity consisted of several loose wet avalanches, size 1-2, and a few cornice failures, size 2.
If you are heading into the backcountry, please share your observations with the Mountain Information Network.
A dusting of new snow falls over a thin surface crust or moist snow.
A weak layer formed in late January, sits 5 to 15 cm below the surface. The layer consists of surface hoar over a crust and/or facets. In most areas it is still too shallow, but will likely become a concern as it gets buried deeper.
The mid and lower snowpack is generally well settled, with no significant concerns.
Friday Night
Clear skies. 50 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -1 °C. Freezing level 2000 m.
Saturday
Mix of sun and clouds. 1 cm of snow. 50 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C. Freezing level 1800 m.
Sunday
Mix of sun and clouds. 2 to 4 cm of snow. 40 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -5 °C. Freezing level 1700 m.
Monday
Mix of sun and clouds. 5 cm of snow. 20 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -6 °C. Freezing level 1400 m.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
