BC’s 2024-2025 winter weather forecast dropped and it’s an exception from most of Canada

Canada’s 2024-2025 winter weather forecast has dropped, and B.C. is set to have a snowy season that should make the skiers out there happy.

The BC weather forecast for the winter also calls for seriously cold periods to hit the province and a weather pattern that sets it apart from most of the country.

The Weather Network dropped its winter forecast on November 27 and said that the country can expect a more “traditional” winter season ahead compared to previous years. Out west though is set to get the brunt of the chilly weather, with “the focus of winter’s fury will be in western Canada, where near-normal and colder-than-normal temperatures are expected to dominate.”

Also, while the rest of the country can expect to get a more “active pattern this winter with near-normal or above-normal precipitation,” TWN said that B.C.’s north coast, as well as southern parts of the Maritimes, are the “two expectations” to this.

“Both of these regions will still experience numerous winter storms, but not quite as many as what we see in a typical winter,” the forecast said.

This all should make for a good ski season though, at least. An active storm track is set to bring above-normal snowfall to southern areas of the province, including Vancouver.

“The colder temperatures should result in less rain and more pure snow events, even across lower elevations. A solid ski season is expected, including a strong start to the season, especially compared to last year,” TWN added.

While alpine snow totals may not be anything greatly unusual, apparently there should be fewer rain events, which should in turn help the alpine areas keep the snow that does fall. That paired with the chilly temperatures should make for some good snow!

The cold might be good for snowmaking, but people across the province should bundle up.

“A cold winter is expected across the province, with a heightened risk for periods of severe cold for the B.C. Peace region and arctic outflow events for the south coast region. However, the frigid pattern will relax at times, especially during December,” TWN said.

So, soak up the milder temperatures during the holidays while you can, and head to the slopes.

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