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Forecast for the Skyline Area Mountains

Brett Kobernik
Issued by Brett Kobernik on
Saturday morning, December 23, 2023
A minor storm will move through today but won't change avalanche conditions much. In general, the avalanche danger remains LOW and human triggered avalanches are unlikely.
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Weather and Snow
Current Conditions: Riding conditions are generally poor with a mix of crusts and firm snow. You can find areas where the surface has consistent soft snow which makes for nice riding. Wind has remained light from the south and is just now switching around from the northwest. Temperatures remain very mild with highs on Friday into the low to mid 30s and overnight lows in the mid 20s.
Mountain Weather: There is a storm system moving through today but it's not going to bring much snow to the Skyline. I'm expecting a trace to maybe a couple of inches if we're lucky. Temperatures are going to remain fairly warm during today's event then colder air moves in tonight and will last into next week. Wind will be from the northwest in the light to moderate speed category increasing later this afternoon. The longer term outlook still remains grim with really no significant storms on the horizon.
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For today, I'm not expecting much change in the avalanche danger and people can prowl around mostly at ease. If we do see some new snow, stronger wind speeds tonight could create some fresh drifts that might be sensitive on Sunday.
There is plenty of weak snow in our current snowpack. This isn't real concerning for today but it will be down the road. For a detailed description of what's gone on so far this season, check the SKYLINE SEASONAL SNOWPACK SUMMARY.
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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.