Snoqualmie Pass

An incoming storm will keep skies cloudy, with showers possible, at Snoqualmie Pass on Sunday. Difficult travel conditions and natural hazards might be more problematic than avalanches at this point. But a rogue block of snow shedding from rocks or a small wet loose slide can't be fully ruled out.

Instead of warm and sunny like it has been for the better part of a week, Saturday was drippy and cloudy at Snoqualmie Pass. You can expect similar weather on Sunday as a system moves north throughout the day. 

Much like Saturday's storm, we don't expect this next wave to change avalanche potential significantly. But you may be able to push a small wet loose slide on any snow-covered slope where you're sinking into the surface deeper than your ankle. 

Otherwise, those overhead issues blurring the line between general mountain hazard and avalanche problem should continue to be on your radar. Blocks of snow shedding from rocks or cliffs, rotten snow near rocky outcrops, or sagging cornices are all common in spring and should be considered when planning your day. These isolated events are impossible to predict, but if you happen to be in the vicinity when one occurs, it could be consequential.

Snow coverage at the Pass varies greatly with aspect and elevation. Open holes and creeks, thin snow bridges, and exposed ground or rocks are commonplace throughout the hills and will likely become more widespread as we get more rain. Maybe these aren't much of a problem if you're walking/hiking, but if you're planning to ride a sled or ski, you'll undoubtedly encounter longer travel times than you're used to.