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Forecast for the Provo Area Mountains

Dave Kelly
Issued by Dave Kelly on
Tuesday morning, October 27, 2026
Welcome to the start of the 2026–2027 winter season!
Thanks for checking the forecast—stay tuned for updates as conditions change.
As soon as there’s snow on the ground, avalanche season has begun! If there’s enough snow to ski or ride, there’s enough snow to slide. A good reminder is the “day of madness” on November 13, 2011. Learn more about this event to help us avoid repeating history.
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Special Announcements
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Recent Avalanches
We've received a few snow and avalanche observations as people start getting out. Find them HERE.
Additional Information
It’s never too early to start thinking about avalanches. Here are a few things to consider doing:
  • Learn online. We have over 5 hours of free online learning at the Know Before You Go Website
  • Check out the upcoming in-person Know Before You Go events HERE
  • Sign up for an on-snow class
  • Check out the UAC's education progression HERE
  • Get your avalanche rescue gear ready for winter. Put fresh batteries in your transceiver and update the firmware. Inspect your shovel and probe. Get your airbag backpack ready by possibly doing a test deployment and updating the firmware if it is an electric version or getting your canister refilled if it's not electronic.
General Announcements

Each resort in Utah has their own policies regarding uphill travel. Check out the summary of each resort's policy before traveling uphill. For further questions contact the resort directly.

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