BC Road Conditions Report

Current Snapshot Based on data from DriveBC maps and local Ministry of Transportation weather stations.

Nov 30, 2025, 11:00 AM PST

Road conditions across the reported locations in British Columbia are generally good for this time of year, with most highways clear and only minor snow accumulation in high-elevation areas. Drivers should exercise standard winter caution, particularly at higher elevations where temperatures are below freezing.

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Key Locations & Conditions

Location	Highway	Road Temp	Air Temp	Elevation	Snow/Precipitation	Wind	Notes
Coquihalla Summit	Hwy 5	-3°C	-3°C	1230 m	0 cm snow; 2.4 mm precipitation last hour	SE 6 km/h	Roads clear, minor slippery sections possible
Racetrack	Hwy 5N	-1°C	-2°C	877 m	None	Calm	Roads clear
Pothole Lake	Hwy 97C	-1°C	-3°C	1045 m	None	E 5 km/h	Roads clear
Pennask Summit	Hwy 97C	-6°C	-3°C	1700 m	1 cm snow; 2.3 mm precipitation	Calm	Some snow accumulation; drivers should exercise caution
Helmer Lake	Hwy 5	-3°C	-7°C	1385 m	None	S 4 km/h	Roads clear
3 Valley Remote	Hwy 1	-	-7°C	1165 m	1 cm snow since 6am	SE 3 km/h	Minor snow accumulation

Delays & Closures

• Hwy 1 — Illecillewaet Brake Check → MacDonald Snowshed (3.0 km)Construction; potential 30-minute intermittent closures. No closures currently (Sun 6 AM–Mon 6 AM).

• Hwy 1 — Tappen Beach Rd → 65 Ave NW (2.6 km)Minor delays due to construction, weekdays + Saturday (7 AM–5 PM).

• Hwy 1 — Old Sicamous Rd → Solsqua–Sicamous Rd (2.0 km)Full closure 9 AM–3 PM (Mon–Sat). Alternate route: Hwy 97A/97B. Local single-lane access at top of the hour.

  
  

High-Elevation Observations

• Snow accumulation is minimal at Coquihalla Summit and Pennask Summit, with road temperatures near or slightly below freezing.

• Fog patches are lifting in most high-elevation corridors.

• Drivers should remain alert for localized slippery patches, particularly in shaded areas or bridges.

  
  

Summary

Overall, road conditions are favorable for travel, especially given the late November timeframe. No significant hazards or widespread closures are reported for the covered segments. Standard winter driving precautions are recommended: reduce speed at higher elevations, keep a safe following distance, and watch for minor snow or ice patches.