Mt Werner
- Posted on November 30, 2019
- at 1:29 pm
- by frenchy
Route
Skinned up to BarUE from top of Thunderhead. Down BarUE/Triangle trees > Cyclone trees > Tornado Lane > BC Ski Way.
Weather
HSN24
10"+
HSN48
10"+
Precip
Moderate snowfall
Sky
Obscured
Winds
40 mph gusting to 60 from the W
Temps
4F @ noon (Storm Peak lab)
Weather Forecast
Snow showers, mainly before 4pm. Widespread blowing snow. High near 12. Wind chill values as low as -15. Very windy, with a west wind 30 to 40 mph, with gusts as high as 55 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Total daytime snow accumulation of 3 to 7 inches possible.
Avalanche Forecast
Rating
Mod, Con, Con
Hazard
Thick and reactive wind slab sitting on a weak foundation. Over the past 12 hours we received over 10″ of new snow, combined with strong winds from the W. This load is sitting on a weak structure made of facets, melt freeze crust, and basal depth hoar. Observed plenty of cracking and collapsing.
Riding Quality
Variable conditions. Wind affected and slabby in exposed areas. Some decent skiing in the more protected areas. Brutal winds, low visibiity and cold temps made for a challenging day.
