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Observation: Snowbasin Backcountry

Observation Date
1/3/2024
Observer Name
Derek DeBruin
Region
Ogden » Snowbasin Backcountry
Location Name or Route
Mount Ogden, Snowbasin Periphery
Weather
Weather Comments
Mostly clear skies gave way to pretty fully overcast by about 4pm. Winds were out of the south and were certianlt more noticable in the afternoon hours, as was the distinct drop in temperature around 1pm.
Snow Characteristics
Snow Characteristics Comments
Surface snow at high elevations was wind affected, faceted loose, or crusted. Not much different than a couple days ago. I'll simply add that I'm not optimistic new snow bonds well to the current snow surface, but I'd be happy to be surprised.
Comments
The view to the north from Allen Peak. South and west aspects are pretty brown from about 7500ft and below.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
None
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
None
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