1:09 a.m. PST Monday 16 February 2026

Special Weather Statement in effect for:

• Fraser Valley - west including Abbotsford

Possible snow over higher elevations

Where:
- Metro Vancouver
- Fraser Valley - west including Abbotsford and Mission
- Howe Sound
- Sunshine Coast

When:
Today and tonight.

Remark:
A low pressure system originating from Alaska will arrive over the South Coast today.

Light precipitation is likely across the region today with the potential for locally heavier precipitation tonight. Snow levels will generally hover around 300 - 400 meters. Locally heavier areas of precipitation will have the potential to drive snow levels lower. with the Sunshine Coast, Howe Sound, higher elevations of Metro Vancouver as well as the North Shore of Metro Vancouver to Mission having a higher change to see snowfall accumulations.

Check your local forecast for more information.

Be prepared for rapidly changing travel conditions. Motorists should be prepared for sudden reductions in visibility and slippery surfaces.

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.