Snowfall Warning Coquihalla and Connector

High Winds and Snow Predicted

February 26 2026 - A yellow snowfall warning remains in effect for the Coquihalla Highway from Hope to Merritt on Thursday, February 26, 2026, as a frontal system brings periods of snow, local blowing snow, and strong winds to the high-elevation route.

Snowplows Work Coquihalla Near the Summit

Environment Canada forecasts 10 cm of snow today along the Hope to Merritt section, with an additional 5 to 10 cm tonight and another 5 to 10 cm on Friday. Snow levels are expected around 700 metres rising to 1,000 metres this morning, then lowering again overnight.

Southwest winds will gust up to 70 km/h today, contributing to reduced visibility from blowing snow.

At the Coquihalla Summit (elevation 1,230 m), temperatures hover near 0°C during the day, dropping to -3°C overnight, with recent snowfall of about 1 cm in the last hour and road surfaces forecast to stay around freezing or slightly above through the afternoon before cooling.

A special weather statement highlights challenging driving conditions due to strong gusty southwesterly winds, peaking later this morning with gusts up to 80 km/h, particularly on the Coquihalla Highway from Merritt to Kamloops and the Okanagan Connector (Merritt to Kelowna).

High-profile vehicles face the greatest risk, and local blowing snow is possible. Winds are expected to ease this evening.Travellers should prepare for hazardous conditions, as mountain weather can change rapidly.

Check real-time updates at drivebc.ca

Snowfall Warning Coquihalla and Connector