The first chance of snow on B.C.’s valley floors this season is finally here.
There have been several mornings of sub-zero temperatures inland this season, but no precipitation. Thursday night into Friday morning will be the first time subzero temperatures could coincide with precipitation and snowflakes.
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Severe weather is expected above the snow line, and winter tires are required on many of the state’s high-altitude routes.
Below freezing temperatures in interior British Columbia this week
But this is an encouraging early-season trend, especially in contrast to last year’s slow start to ski season.
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The timing of temperatures and precipitation is important, as the lowest temperatures will occur early Friday morning.
BC Friday morning precipitation timing_October 30
Although significant amounts of snow are not expected, you can definitely expect to see some snowflakes and dust. In some areas at high altitudes, accumulations can reach up to several centimeters. A typical location is West Kelowna, which is slightly higher in elevation than Kelowna.
At ski resorts, mountain peaks can receive up to 10 cm of snow or even more. Mountains along the coast could see another round of snow on their peaks, with parts of the North Shore Mountains seeing 5 to 10 centimeters this week, with Whistler seeing another 15 centimeters.
Snow forecast for B.C. Thursday night through Friday
This is an encouraging sign for ski resort preparations and opening date goals, as the chances of snowfall increase further in the coming weeks.
This is an encouraging early-season trend, especially in contrast to last year’s slow start to ski season.
Mountain conditions in inland areas
Sun Peaks Resort
Snow forecast for B.C. highways until Friday
silver star mountain
Big White Ski Resort
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Files from The Weather Network meteorologist Matthew Griter.
