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Forecast for the Abajos Area Mountains

Eric Trenbeath
Issued by Eric Trenbeath on
Saturday morning, February 8, 2020
The avalanche danger is MODERATE on steep slopes at upper elevations facing N-E-SE that have recent deposits of wind drifted snow. Recent drifts are recognizable by their smooth, rounded appearance and they may sound or feel hollow like a drum. Approach slopes with steep convexities or blind break-overs with caution. Most other terrain has generally LOW danger.
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Weather and Snow
Sunny and breezy conditions are on tap for the mountains today. Look for southerly winds to blow in the 10-15 mph range with high temps in the mid 30's. Increasing clouds and wind tonight will usher in the next small storm system that may produce a few inches of snow on Sunday. Unfortunately, there isn't much else on the horizon for the upcoming week.
Kevin Dressel and I were out yesterday and found generally variable conditions with lots of wind affected snow. We still managed to find some good turning in the woods. Check out the week in review video below, it includes both the La Sal and Abajo Mountains.
Snow totals at Buckboard Flat (8924')
Snow totals at Camp Jackson (8858')
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