Before you travel, check DriveBC for the latest road conditions. Winter weather can be unpredictable, and sudden changes happen frequently. Stay prepared and drive safely.
UPDATE December 28:
Christmas Week Weather Summary: This week in southeastern British Columbia, weather will fluctuate around freezing with highs from +1°C to +7°C and lows down to -3°C. Expect snow, rain, and mixed precipitation, particularly in high mountain areas like Paulson Summit and Kootenay Pass, which will likely affect road travel.
Christmas Day might bring light flurries for a white Christmas, with lower areas possibly seeing rain or mixed precipitation. There's also a chance of fog, especially during the morning hours or in lower-lying areas.
Predicted Weather and Road Conditions:
Vernon:
Today: A mix of sun and cloud. 40 percent chance of showers late this afternoon. Snow level near valley bottom. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High plus 2. UV index 1 or low.
Tonight: Cloudy with 40 percent chance of showers. Becoming partly cloudy before morning. Snow level near valley bottom. Temperature steady near plus 1.
Monday: A mix of sun and cloud. High plus 4. UV index 1 or low.
Monday night: Cloudy with 60 percent chance of flurries or rain showers. Low plus 2.
Tuesday: Cloudy with 40 percent chance of showers. High plus 4.
Tuesday night Christmas Eve: Clear. Low minus 3.
Wednesday Christmas: Periods of rain. High plus 1.
Wednesday night: Periods of rain or snow. Low zero.
Thursday Boxing Day: Periods of snow or rain. High plus 2.
Thursday night: Cloudy with 60 percent chance of rain showers or flurries. Low plus 1.
Friday: Cloudy with 30 percent chance of showers. High plus 4.
Friday night: Cloudy with 30 percent chance of rain showers or flurries. Low zero.
Saturday: Cloudy with 30 percent chance of flurries. High plus 2.
Merritt:
Today: Mainly sunny. Increasing cloudiness this afternoon then 30 percent chance of flurries or rain showers late this afternoon. Fog patches dissipating this morning. Wind up to 15 km/h. Temperature steady near plus 1. Wind chill minus 4 this morning. UV index 1 or low.
Tonight: Mainly cloudy with 30 percent chance of flurries or rain showers. Clearing before morning. Temperature steady near plus 1.
Monday: Mainly sunny. High plus 5. UV index 1 or low.
Monday night: Cloudy with 60 percent chance of flurries. Low minus 1.
Tuesday: Clearing. High plus 5.
Tuesday night Christmas Eve: Clear. Low zero.
Wednesday Christmas: A mix of sun and cloud with 60 percent chance of showers. High plus 3.
Wednesday night: Showers. Low plus 2.
Thursday Boxing Day: Rain. High plus 3.
Thursday night: Cloudy with 40 percent chance of showers. Low plus 2.
Friday: Cloudy with 40 percent chance of showers. High plus 5.
Friday night: Cloudy with 30 percent chance of rain showers or flurries. Low plus 1.
Saturday: Cloudy with 30 percent chance of flurries or rain showers. High plus 3.
High Elevation Weather Forecast for Coquihalla Highway - Merritt to Kamloops:
Today: A mix of sun and cloud. 30 percent chance of flurries this afternoon. Snow level near valley bottom. Fog patches lifting this morning. Gusty winds.
Tonight: Mainly cloudy with 30 percent chance of flurries. Clearing before morning. Snow level rising to 1400 metres near midnight.
Monday: Mainly sunny.
Kamloops:
Today: Mainly cloudy. 30 percent chance of showers late this afternoon. Snow level 1100 metres. Fog patches dissipating this morning. Wind becoming east 20 km/h gusting to 40 late this morning. High plus 5. UV index 1 or low.
Tonight: Mainly cloudy. 30 percent chance of showers this evening. Snow level 1100 metres. Wind east 20 km/h gusting to 40. Low plus 1.
Monday: Clearing. Wind east 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light in the morning. High plus 3. UV index 1 or low.
Monday night: Cloudy periods with 60 percent chance of showers. Low zero.
Tuesday: A mix of sun and cloud. High 6.
Tuesday night: Clear. Low minus 3.
Wednesday: A mix of sun and cloud with 40 percent chance of showers. High plus 3.
Wednesday night: Rain showers or flurries. Low plus 1.
Thursday: Periods of snow or rain. High 6.
Thursday night: Cloudy. Low plus 1.
Friday: Cloudy. High plus 5.
Friday night: Cloudy. Low plus 1.
Saturday: Cloudy. High plus 3.
Sparwood: Mostly dry on Sunday, but expect flurries with potentially slick roads on Christmas Eve and Day. Watch for possible fog.
Crowsnest Pass: High winds on Sunday could lead to windblown snow; expect cloudy conditions with possible light snow or rain by Christmas. Fog might occur in the morning.
Cranbrook: Clear and dry on Sunday, with a chance of flurries and wet or icy roads later in the week. Morning fog patches are possible.
Creston: Snow begins late Sunday, with slushy conditions on Christmas Eve and flurries on Christmas Day. Fog could develop in some areas.
Nelson: Showers turning to snow at higher elevations Sunday; mixed precipitation expected over the holiday. Be cautious of fog in valley areas.
High Elevation Areas (Highway 3 – Paulson Summit to Kootenay Pass): Snow accumulation expected Sunday night, making winter tires or chains necessary. Light snow on Christmas could make for challenging travel. Fog might reduce visibility.
Grand Forks & Rock Creek: Rain and snow at higher elevations, with wet roads at lower levels. Watch for foggy conditions.
Key Takeaways:
Road conditions will vary from dry to snowy, especially in higher elevations. Fog could further complicate travel, especially in the mornings.
Higher chances of snow on Christmas Eve and Day, particularly in mountain areas.
Essential to carry winter driving gear like snow tires, chains, and an emergency kit.
Stay safe, and happy holidays!
BC Roads Christmas Week
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