Loose Wet
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With sunshine and high freezing levels, loose wet avalanches are possible.
The snowpack is settling and bonding with the recent warm temperatures. Loose wet avalanches remain the main concern on steep solar aspects.
With sunshine and high freezing levels, loose wet avalanches are possible.
Above 2100 meters, a reasonable amount of snow has accumulated. Pockets of wind-loaded snow are possible on aspects lee to the previous northwest winds.
A previous loose, wet avalanche cycle has occurred throughout the region.
Warm temperatures and rain as high as 2100 meters have significantly reduced snow depth. Below 1700 meters, the snowpack is below threshold. Above 2100 meters, previous strong winds have loaded the higher-elevation slopes in the park.
Partly cloudy, with the chance of a shower from afternoon.
Snow remains on most of the main passes and tramping routes. Sliding into rock is a potential hazard. Ice axe and crampons should be part of your winter gear.
High
New Zealand Avalanche Advisory (NZ Mountain Safety Council)