Highway 5 at Exit 366 Logan Lake/Lac le Jeune Road, looking southbound along Highway 5, at around 6:30 a.m. Wednesday. (Image Credit: DriveBC)

By Aaron Schulze

Snowfall Warning

Up to 15 centimetres of snow expected for Coquihalla Highway from Kamloops to Merritt

Dec 24, 2025 | 6:37 AM

KAMLOOPS — A snowfall warning is in effect for the Coquihalla Highway from Kamloops to Merritt. 

Environment Canada is forecasting 10 to 15 centimetres for the stretch of Highway 5 Wednesday (Dec. 24) with more intense snowfall later in the day. 

Similar snowfall warnings are also in effect for the Coquihalla Highway from Hope to Merritt and the Trans Canada Highway through the Fraser Canyon. A travel advisory is in effect for Highway 5 from Hope to Merritt as DriveBC is reporting conditions such as compact snow, bumpy sections, limited facilities and narrow lanes due to heavy snow load.

Environment Canada says the snowfall is due to a frontal system from Washington state. 

Visibility will likely be reduced at times. Road closures are possible,” Environment Canada states. “Allow extra time for travel. If driving, turn on your lights, slow down and maintain a safe following distance. Prepare for possible disruptions to transportation, services, and utilities.” 

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The weather agency notes that weather in the mountains can change suddenly, resulting in hazardous driving conditions.