Special Weather Statement
11:00 a.m. PST Tuesday 16 December 2025

Special Weather Statement in effect for:
  • South Thompson
Strong southwesterly wind gusts are expected.

Where:
Okanagan Valley, Similkameen, Nicola, South Thompson, Fraser Canyon, Shuswap, Chilcotin, 100 Mile, Prince George, Yellowhead, and Cariboo. Coquihalla Highway, Okanagan Connector and Highway 97 - Clinton to 100 Mile House via Begbie Summit.

When: Overnight tonight to Wednesday morning.

Remarks:
A vigorous cold front will move across the BC interior tonight. In the wake of the front, strong southwesterly wind gusts will develop over parts of these regions overnight. Yellowhead and Prince George specifically will see strong Northwest winds. These strong winds may lead to possible tree damages, local power outages and travel delay.

Winds will ease Wednesday morning as the front tracks eastward.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using #BCStorm.

For more information about the alerting program, please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/environment/weather/severeweather/weather-alerts/colour-coded-alerts.
Trans-Canada Highway - Eagle Pass to Rogers Pass
Winter Storm Warning
5:00 a.m. PST Tuesday 16 December 2025

Winter Storm Warning in effect for:
  • Trans-Canada Highway - Eagle Pass to Rogers Pass
Hazardous winter conditions are expected.

When: This afternoon into Wednesday morning.

Where: Highway 3 - Paulson Summit to Kootenay Pass, Trans-Canada Highway - Eagle Pass to Rogers Pass.

What: Snowfall accumulations of 20 to 30 cm along with near zero visibilities in blowing snow.

Additional information:
An intense Pacific frontal system is approaching BC southern Interior. Light snow from the system will start this afternoon and intensify tonight. The snow will continue into Wednesday morning with total accumulations up to 30 cm expected. Meanwhile, when the front passes through the region overnight and Wednesday morning, westerly gusting winds up to 80 km/h will result in near zero visibilities in blowing snow.

Travel may be hazardous. Visibility may be suddenly reduced to near zero at times.

Weather in the mountains can change suddenly resulting in hazardous driving conditions.

Allow extra time for travel. The site https://shiftintowinter.ca/ reminds drivers to know before you go. Adjust to winter driving behaviour and use winter tires and chains.

Road conditions are available at https://www.drivebc.ca/.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using #BCStorm.

For more information about the alerting program, please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/environment/weather/severeweather/weather-alerts/colour-coded-alerts.
Coquihalla Highway - Hope to Merritt
Snowfall Warning
4:55 a.m. PST Tuesday 16 December 2025

Snowfall Warning in effect for:
  • Coquihalla Highway - Hope to Merritt
A long period of snowfall with total amounts of 25 to 35 cm is expected.

When:
Snow beginning this morning and tapering off Wednesday evening

Where:
- Coquihalla Highway (Near Coquihalla Summit)

Additional information:
Another frontal system combined with lower snow levels is set to bring snow to the Coquihalla summit beginning this morning and lasting till Wednesday evening. Snowfall totals for today during the day are 5-10 cm, while 10-20 cm is expected overnight with an additional 10-15 cm likely on Wednesday. Snow may be at times mixed with rain late this afternoon and this evening as the snow levels rise to near the summit. Areas south of the summit are expected to see rain, with totals ranging 40-50 mm. In addition, wind gusts are expected to pick up overnight, with gusts ranging up to 70 km/h which could lead to local blowing snow along the route.

Travel will likely be challenging. Road closures are possible.

Weather in the mountains can change suddenly resulting in hazardous driving conditions.

Allow extra time for travel. If driving, turn on your lights, slow down and maintain a safe following distance. The site https://shiftintowinter.ca/ reminds drivers to know before you go. Adjust to winter driving behaviour and use winter tires and chains.

Road conditions are available at https://www.drivebc.ca/.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using #BCStorm.

For more information about the alerting program, please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/environment/weather/severeweather/weather-alerts/colour-coded-alerts.
Coquihalla Highway - Hope to Merritt
Special Weather Statement
11:00 a.m. PST Tuesday 16 December 2025

Special Weather Statement in effect for:
  • Coquihalla Highway - Hope to Merritt
Strong southwesterly wind gusts are expected.

Where:
Okanagan Valley, Similkameen, Nicola, South Thompson, Fraser Canyon, Shuswap, Chilcotin, 100 Mile, Prince George, Yellowhead, and Cariboo. Coquihalla Highway, Okanagan Connector and Highway 97 - Clinton to 100 Mile House via Begbie Summit.

When: Overnight tonight to Wednesday morning.

Remarks:
A vigorous cold front will move across the BC interior tonight. In the wake of the front, strong southwesterly wind gusts will develop over parts of these regions overnight. Yellowhead and Prince George specifically will see strong Northwest winds. These strong winds may lead to possible tree damages, local power outages and travel delay.

Winds will ease Wednesday morning as the front tracks eastward.

Weather in the mountains can change suddenly resulting in hazardous driving conditions.

Road conditions are available at https://www.drivebc.ca/.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using #BCStorm.

For more information about the alerting program, please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/environment/weather/severeweather/weather-alerts/colour-coded-alerts.
Coquihalla Highway - Merritt to Kamloops
Special Weather Statement
11:00 a.m. PST Tuesday 16 December 2025

Special Weather Statement in effect for:
  • Coquihalla Highway - Merritt to Kamloops
Strong southwesterly wind gusts are expected.

Where:
Okanagan Valley, Similkameen, Nicola, South Thompson, Fraser Canyon, Shuswap, Chilcotin, 100 Mile, Prince George, Yellowhead, and Cariboo. Coquihalla Highway, Okanagan Connector and Highway 97 - Clinton to 100 Mile House via Begbie Summit.

When: Overnight tonight to Wednesday morning.

Remarks:
A vigorous cold front will move across the BC interior tonight. In the wake of the front, strong southwesterly wind gusts will develop over parts of these regions overnight. Yellowhead and Prince George specifically will see strong Northwest winds. These strong winds may lead to possible tree damages, local power outages and travel delay.

Winds will ease Wednesday morning as the front tracks eastward.

Weather in the mountains can change suddenly resulting in hazardous driving conditions.

Road conditions are available at https://www.drivebc.ca/.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using #BCStorm.

For more information about the alerting program, please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/environment/weather/severeweather/weather-alerts/colour-coded-alerts.
Highway 97 - Clinton to 100 Mile House via Begbie Summit
Special Weather Statement
11:00 a.m. PST Tuesday 16 December 2025

Special Weather Statement in effect for:
  • Highway 97 - Clinton to 100 Mile House via Begbie Summit
Strong southwesterly wind gusts are expected.

Where:
Okanagan Valley, Similkameen, Nicola, South Thompson, Fraser Canyon, Shuswap, Chilcotin, 100 Mile, Prince George, Yellowhead, and Cariboo. Coquihalla Highway, Okanagan Connector and Highway 97 - Clinton to 100 Mile House via Begbie Summit.

When: Overnight tonight to Wednesday morning.

Remarks:
A vigorous cold front will move across the BC interior tonight. In the wake of the front, strong southwesterly wind gusts will develop over parts of these regions overnight. Yellowhead and Prince George specifically will see strong Northwest winds. These strong winds may lead to possible tree damages, local power outages and travel delay.

Winds will ease Wednesday morning as the front tracks eastward.

Weather in the mountains can change suddenly resulting in hazardous driving conditions.

Road conditions are available at https://www.drivebc.ca/.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using #BCStorm.

For more information about the alerting program, please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/environment/weather/severeweather/weather-alerts/colour-coded-alerts.
Okanagan Connector - Merritt to Kelowna
Special Weather Statement
11:00 a.m. PST Tuesday 16 December 2025

Special Weather Statement in effect for:
  • Okanagan Connector - Merritt to Kelowna
Strong southwesterly wind gusts are expected.

Where:
Okanagan Valley, Similkameen, Nicola, South Thompson, Fraser Canyon, Shuswap, Chilcotin, 100 Mile, Prince George, Yellowhead, and Cariboo. Coquihalla Highway, Okanagan Connector and Highway 97 - Clinton to 100 Mile House via Begbie Summit.

When: Overnight tonight to Wednesday morning.

Remarks:
A vigorous cold front will move across the BC interior tonight. In the wake of the front, strong southwesterly wind gusts will develop over parts of these regions overnight. Yellowhead and Prince George specifically will see strong Northwest winds. These strong winds may lead to possible tree damages, local power outages and travel delay.

Winds will ease Wednesday morning as the front tracks eastward.

Weather in the mountains can change suddenly resulting in hazardous driving conditions.

Road conditions are available at https://www.drivebc.ca/.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using #BCStorm.

For more information about the alerting program, please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/environment/weather/severeweather/weather-alerts/colour-coded-alerts.
Sky Webcam
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Updated: @ 16/12/2025 11:10 - next update at 11:15  
Summary / Temperature Wind Rain Outlook
Mostly cloudy Mostly cloudy
Currently: 2.5, Max: 2.7, Min: -2.7 2.5°C
Warmer 2.9°C than last hour.

Cold

Feels like: 3°C

24-hr difference
-7.3°CColder 7.3°C than yesterday at this time.
  Today Yesterday
High: 2.7°C
11:08
12.3°C
14:17
Low: -2.7°C
07:54
1.4°C
23:56
 Wind from S S
0
Gust:
3 km/h
0 Bft - Calm
Today: 3 km/h 01:16
Gust Month: 13 km/h December 15
Rain Today: 0 mm
Rain Rate (/hr): 0 mm
Rain Yesterday: 0 mm
This Month: 43.7 mm
Season Total: 407.6 mm
12 rain days in December.
Tonight
A few showers
A few showers
Humidity & Barometer Almanac Moon
Humidity: 77 % Decreased 13.0% since last hour.
Dew Point: -1.2°C Increased 0.7°C since last hour.
Barometer: 1009 hPa Falling 2.1  hPa/hr
Baro Trend: Falling Rapidly
Sunrise: 07:57
Sunset: 15:55
Moonrise: 05:05
Moonset: 13:20
Waning Crescent
Waning Crescent, Moon at 25 days in cycle
9%
Illuminated
UV Index Forecast UV Index Forecast
16/12/2025
0.4     Low 
17/12/2025
0.4     Low 
 EC Weather Forecast  - Outlook: Today & Tonight
Today
Chance of showers (30%)
Chance of showers

Max: 10°C
EC forecast: Mainly cloudy with 30 percent chance of showers. Wind southeast 20 km/h gusting to 40. High 10.
 
Tonight
A few showers
A few showers

Min: 6°C
EC forecast: A few showers ending before morning then cloudy. Snow level lowering to 800 metres near midnight. Wind southeast 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming west 50 gusting to 70 after midnight. Low 6.