Forecast for the Skyline Area Mountains

Brett Kobernik
Issued by Brett Kobernik for
Saturday, February 18, 2023
The overall avalanche danger rating for the Skyline is LOW.
The snowpack is generally stable and human triggered avalanches are unlikely.
Keep in mind that if you are getting into really steep, radical terrain, there is always some risk.
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Weather and Snow
Current Conditions: Riding conditions are not bad right now. They are probably a bit better for skis, snowboards and snowbikes right now compared to sleds. You'll find areas of stiff snow under the newer powder. A temperature inversion remains in place with colder temperatures in the lower canyons and valleys with readings in the low to mid 20s along the higher terrain. The wind is from the southwest and is mostly light.
Mountain Weather: We'll have partly cloudy skies this morning with a little more sun possible this afternoon. Temperatures will get into the upper 20s to low 30s. Southwest wind should remain pretty light. There's a chance for light snowfall tonight with no real accumulation expected. Sunday could get a little blustery with an increase in wind speeds. It's looking like we should see a pretty active week of weather with decent snow accumulations starting about Tuesday.
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It's quiet out in the backcountry right now. The snowpack is mostly stable. You really have to hunt around to find any trouble. Now is a good time to get into steeper terrain but remember if you do choose to get into steeper stuff, there is always an inherent risk.
If you're getting into steeper terrain, it's wise to follow safe backcountry protocol:
  • Only expose one person at a time to steep slopes
  • Clear the RUNOUT ZONE which means don't group up at the bottom of steep slopes
  • Make sure everyone in your group has a beacon, shovel and probe and knows how to use them
General Announcements
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.