Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for the Sea to Sky region, warning of wintry conditions beginning Thursday afternoon and continuing into early next week.
A low-pressure system is moving toward the B.C. coast, bringing steady precipitation starting Thursday. Initially low freezing levels mean wet snow is expected at higher elevations, with some areas potentially receiving up to five centimetres by Friday morning before transitioning to rain.
On Friday, temperatures will rise, and most areas will see rainfall throughout the day. However, significant amounts of rain are possible in regions such as the North Shore. By Friday night and into the weekend, an influx of cold Arctic air is expected to mix with Pacific moisture, increasing the likelihood of accumulating snow. The exact snowfall amounts remain uncertain, and additional warnings will be issued as necessary.
Early next week, very cold and dry air is forecast to settle over the South Coast, accompanied by outflow winds from an Arctic ridge of high pressure.
Drivers are advised to prepare for rapidly changing conditions, especially in the mountains, where weather shifts can lead to hazardous road conditions. Travelers can check road conditions at drivebc.ca and monitor updates from Environment Canada.
