Chic-Chocs — Avalanche Forecast

Avalanche danger in Chic-Chocs (Canada) is 3 — Considerable, valid for Tuesday, December 1, 2026. Published by Avalanche Canada — Avalanche Québec.

Valid for
Published:
Maximum Danger
3 · CONSIDERABLE
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THE BULLETINS ARE DONE FOR THE SEASON – BACK ON DECEMBER 1ST, 2026. Stay safe in the mountains and enjoy spring skiing!Melt-freeze conditions are common. Expect danger to be lower late at night and in the morning, followed by higher danger in the afternoon and evening. Danger is low when surface snow is frozen, but can rapidly increase to high as temperatures rise and the surface crust breaks down.

Danger by Elevation

Alpine3Considerable
Treeline3Considerable
Below treeline3Considerable

In the spring, snowpack conditions vary depending on the weather. Various spring scenarios exist and are presented and explained in detail in the blog posts available on our website:Scenario #1: Daily freeze-thaw cycleScenario #2: Cold and snowyScenario #3: Everything is frozen, no thawScenario #4: No refreezing, everything is thawed

Source: Avalanche Canada — Avalanche Québec · View Original Bulletin

Original (EN)

Frequently asked questions

What does avalanche danger level 3 (Considerable) mean?

Dangerous avalanche conditions — a single person can trigger avalanches on many steep slopes; cautious route selection is essential.

How often is the Chic-Chocs forecast updated?

Avycast refreshes hourly; the bulletin is republished by Avalanche Canada — Avalanche Québec usually once a day during the season.

Who publishes the Chic-Chocs avalanche forecast?

Avalanche Canada — Avalanche Québec — the official warning service. Avycast aggregates and translates it; always check the original bulletin.

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