Image: DriveBC / The Coquihalla Highway is pictured 61 km south of Merritt, looking south.

By Aaron Schulze, CFJC Today/B100 Merritt

Winter driving

Environment Canada issues snowfall warning for the Coquihalla between Hope and Merritt

Feb 23, 2026 | 10:18 AM

COQUIHALLA HIGHWAY – A heads up for drivers traveling between B.C.’s southern interior and the coast on Monday (Feb. 23).

Environment Canada says a snowfall warning is in effect for the Coquihalla Highway from Hope to Merritt until Monday afternoon.

Around 15 to 20 centimetres of snowfall is expected for the stretch of Highway 5. It’s due to a convective system that will bring periods of snow to the area throughout the day.

“Roads and walkways will likely be difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow,” Environment Canada states. “Visibility will likely be reduced at times. Weather in the mountains can change suddenly, resulting in hazardous driving conditions.”

A similar snowfall warning is in effect for Highway 3 from Hope to Princeton. A snowfall warning is also in effect for the Sea to Sky corridor through Monday morning.

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