Forecast for the Abajo Area Mountains
Friday, March 31, 2017
Today will be a day of changing conditions as wind and new snow create a corresponding rise in the avalanche danger. The danger this morning is generally LOW, but will quickly rise to MODERATE as the day progresses. The danger will be highest on steep slopes above tree line that face NW-N-E. Backcountry travelers will need to maintain a high level of awareness, as fresh drifts and wind slabs form on the leeward sides of ridge crests and terrain features. Look for signs of instability such as cracking in the snow surface, and avoid steep slopes with recent deposits of wind drifted snow.