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We’re Hiring!
Hatcher Pass Avalanche Center (HPAC) is seeking an Avalanche Forecaster or Assistant Forecaster for a seasonal position for the 2026-2027 winter season. HPAC forecaster positions work both independently and with other HPAC staff to collect and analyze field, snow, and weather data to provide public avalanche advisories for backcountry winter users in the HPAC forecast area. Additional work may include events, education, and community outreach tasks. This is a part-time (30 hours/week) seasonal position that will start in December and...
Volunteer Opportunity
Join us! The HPAC Board of Directors is currently seeking new board members. Ideal board members bring insights, energy, and enthusiasm for the work of HPAC along with representation of our broad and diverse winter backcountry community. While a strong enthusiasm for the outdoors, winter recreation, and public safety is needed to be an effective board member, no formal or professional backcountry experience is required for this role. Please click here to review the full position posting. We encourage all...

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Tonight

Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 25. Calm wind.
Low: 25 °F		 Friday

Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 31. East wind 5 to 10 mph becoming south in the afternoon.
High: 31 °F		 Friday
Night
Friday Night: Snow. Low around 28. Southeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of 3 to 5 inches possible.
Low: 28 °F		 Saturday

Saturday: Snow. High near 33. Southeast wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
High: 33 °F		 Saturday
Night
Saturday Night: Snow likely. Cloudy, with a low around 31. East wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Low: 31 °F		 Sunday

Sunday: Snow showers, mainly before 4pm, then snow likely after 4pm. High near 34. East wind around 5 mph becoming south in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
High: 34 °F		 Sunday
Night
Sunday Night: Snow likely, mainly before 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 27. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Low: 27 °F		 Columbus
Day
Columbus Day: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 31.
High: 31 °F		 Monday
Night
Monday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 25.
Low: 25 °F
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