Pineapple Express in K Country
qturner,
Monday 26th December, 2022 3:20PM
<p>Went out for an XC ski in Pocaterra, Kananaskis. Pouring rain, seemingly into the alpine, +10 at the parking lot (!). Likely rained to the summit throughout PLP. Widespready natural wet loose cycle observed on Lawson S. Snowpack totally soaked through BTL. Rain progressively worsened throughout the day ~20-40mm? Coastal pineapple express kind of day. </p>
Avalanche Conditions
30cm + of new snow, or significant drifting, or rain in the last 48 hours.
Rapid temperature rise to near zero degrees or wet surface snow.
Weather Conditions
Wet.
Location: 50.62417000 -115.09402000