Lizard-Flathead

Keep an eye out for wind loaded pockets in alpine terrain as bit more snow accumulates overnight Monday and through Tuesday.

There is no new significant avalanche activity to report.

5 - 10 cm of new snow has accumulated over a crust at most elevations.

The middle of the snowpack is generally well bonded.

Near the bottom of the snowpack, there are a series of crusts and facets that are more prominent in shallow areas.

Monday Night

Mainly cloudy with isolated flurries, accumulation 3-5 cm. Alpine wind southwest 15 to 35 km/h. Treeline temperature -5 °C. Freezing level at valley bottom.

Tuesday

Mainly cloudy with 2 to 4 cm of snow. Alpine wind southwest 15 to 30 km/h. Treeline temperature -1 °C. Freezing level 1500 m.

Wednesday

Mainly cloudy with sunny breaks. Alpine wind northwest 5 to 15 km/h. Treeline temperature -2 °C. Freezing level 1200 m.

Thursday

Mainly cloudy with 1 to 3 cm of snow. Wind southwest 10 to 20 km/h. Treeline temperature -4 °C. Freezing level at valley bottom.

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.
• Pay attention to cornices and give them a wide berth when traveling on or below ridges.