With temperature forecasts this week calling for temperatures to crest 60 degrees, the latest avalanche forecasts are asking riders and back country enthusiasts to be cautious. The following forecast is for Monday, April 10, 2023 from jhavalanche.org.

“Dangerous avalanche conditions will develop during the day at middle and low-elevation slopes. The threat of wet snow avalanches will increase as the day warms up. These slides are most likely on very steep slopes that directly face the sun but are possible on shaded slopes. Additionally be on the lookout for small wind drifts in very steep, upper-elevation terrain, and cornices on ridgelines. Don’t linger below large avalanche paths and avoid areas with wet, soggy snow”

This warm up comes after long lingering freezing weather and a record amount of snowfall for many places in the region. Commissary Ridge had over 400 inches of snowfall with Blind Bull well over 300 inches.