The avalanche danger is LOW and the snow is mostly stable.
Remember that risk is inherent in mountain travel and even a small avalanche could be consequential in complex terrain.
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Weather and SnowSkies are trending mostly cloudy and then overcast. Winds are moderate to strong from the northwest. Temperatures are in the upper teens to mid-20s.
Southern and central Utah will benefit from a storm on the southern track while we'll "benefit" from a system well to the north. By "benefit", I mean the much colder air will allow the valleys to mix out and happy days are here again.*
There's some chance of light snowfall this evening that may add up to a trace or so. Winds will be light to moderate from the northwest and mountain temps will plunge to the upper single digits up high and the teens elsewhere. Skies will clear for the weekend.
The Week in Review is hot off the press...and the sea of green is more interesting than you might expect. You can find it HERE.
Katz, Torrey, and Sievers - all avalanche pros - rode up Snake Creek toward Pole Line Pass yesterday and their report can be found HERE>
Views and riding conditions are pretty good! - (pc-Kaufman)
Recent AvalanchesNone.
We do, however, continue to receive quality observations from the backcountry.
There is no single, dominant avalanche problem and the snow is generally stable. That said, avalanches are still possible in isolated terrain, especially in the upper elevations.
You may still encounter:
Take advantage of the favorable weather to practice companion rescue skills, including beacon searches, probing, and strategic shoveling.
This information does not apply to developed ski areas or highways where avalanche control is normally done. This forecast is from the U.S.D.A. Forest Service, which is solely responsible for its content. This forecast describes general avalanche conditions and local variations always occur.
