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Forecast for the Abajos Area Mountains

Eric Trenbeath
Issued by Eric Trenbeath on
Monday morning, April 8, 2019
The avalanche danger is generally LOW this morning but will rise to MODERATE as the day heats up. Be alert to signs of wet snow instability such as roller balls and pinwheels, and get off of steep slopes as they become wet and sloppy. Work with the sun today and be down early. If you are venturing into steep, high elevation, north facing terrain maintain your avalanche awareness. It is still possible to trigger loose snow sluffs that could knock you off your feet and carry you over a cliff. Also be on the lookout for isolated areas of wind drifted snow.
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Weather and Snow
Skies are mostly clear, WNW winds are averaging 10-15 mph along ridge tops, and 10,000' temps are right around freezing. Mostly sunny skies will prevail today, and high temps will again be in the mid 40's at 10,000'. Things will start to turn tomorrow with strong, southwesterly winds ahead of a Pacific storm system that will move into the region in Wednesday. Details remain unclear on this one.
Snotel totals at Buckboard Flat (8924')
Snotel totals at Camp Jackson (8858')
Wind, temperature, and humidity on Abajo Peak (11,000')
National Weather Service point forecast.
Avalanche Problem #1
Wet Snow
Type
Location
Likelihood
Size
Description
As temperatures soar into the 40's under sunny skies, you'll need to be alert to a rising danger for wet slide activity. Look for signs if instability such as roller balls and pinwheels, and get off of steep slopes as they become wet and sloppy. Work with the sun today and be down early.
Avalanche Problem #2
Normal Caution
Type
Location
Likelihood
Size
Description
Low danger doesn't mean no danger. Continue to be on the lookout for isolated wind rolls on the leeward sides of high elevation ridge crests and terrain features. Loose snow sluffing on very steep, north facing slopes is also still a possibility. Though mostly shallow, and not very wide, a loose sluff could carry you over a cliff and ruin your day if not your life. Practice safe travel techniques, and carefully evaluate the snow before committing to extreme terrain.
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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.
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