Quick report
We observed a faceted layer at the base of the snowpack on several aspects including SW, E, and N, all between 8-9,000ft. Where we dug our pit, the faceted layer was beginning to round and was 4F hardness. Despite snow available for transport and L to M winds, we found no evidence of newly formed wind slabs. We saw no signs of instability or signs of recent wind loading.
Weather
- Air Temp
- 12
- Cloud Cover
- clear
- Wind Loading
- light
- Recent Snowfall
- 7
- Snow Avail For Transport
- moderate amounts
Snowpack
Overall, the Big Holes have lower snow coverage than typical years. We have dug pits in this location in January for the past 3 years and typically have a HS closer to 2 meters.