Mixed Conditions Across BC Highways as Rain, Cloud, and Potential Freezing Rain Forecast
VANCOUVER, January 30, 2026 – Drivers across British Columbia are facing a variety of weather conditions this week, with coastal regions bracing for rain, interior passes seeing mixed precipitation, and a warning of potential freezing rain in the Peace region for Friday morning. Current DriveBC camera feeds and forecasts indicate no major alerts are in effect for the Coquihalla Highway, but travellers are urged to plan ahead for changing road conditions.
Coastal & Lower Mainland Forecast
Periods of rain are affecting parts of Vancouver Island and the South Coast. The Woss area on northern Vancouver Island can expect periods of rain ending before morning, followed by cloudy skies with a 30 percent chance of showers, with rainfall amounts of 10 to 15 mm. On the Lower Mainland, the Lougheed Highway at Haney is forecast to be cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers this evening, followed by rain beginning late this evening. The Oak Street corridor is currently showing standard road condition feeds with no immediate weather warnings.
Interior & Mountain Pass Conditions
Key mountain highways are under mainly cloudy skies with chances of precipitation. The forecast for Allison Pass (Highway 3) calls for mainly cloudy conditions with a 60 percent chance of wet flurries or rain showers, with periods of rain beginning late this afternoon and the snow level rising to 1200 metres. Further north, near Mackenzie Junction and Sunday Summit, camera feeds are operational but weather details are limited. The Rogers Pass area has no specific weather alert currently posted. Environment Canada has issued a warning for the Peace Region, advising drivers to expect icy roads for Friday morning’s commute due to anticipated freezing rain.
Key Travel Points & Alerts
| Location/Highway | Condition & Advisory |
|---|---|
| Coquihalla Highway (Hope to Merritt) | No alerts in effect as of 12:19 PM PST January 29. Camera at Great Bear Snowshed shows standard conditions. |
| Peace Region | Advisory: Freezing rain expected Friday morning. Drivers urged to watch for slippery patches. |
| Allison Pass (Hwy 3) | Periods of rain beginning late this afternoon. Snow level rising to 1200m. Wind SE 20 km/h. |
| Highway 4 (Alberni Highway) | Rain beginning early this evening. Amount 5-10 mm. Wind SE 30 km/h gusting to 50 (70 near Strait of Georgia). |
| Highway 3/5 Junction | Cloudy. Wind east 20 km/h gusting to 40. High of 7°C. |
| Border Crossings | Pacific Border (Peace Arch) and other ports of entry operating with standard camera feeds. Check Border Wait Times for updates. |
Planning Your Route
DriveBC remains the primary source for real-time camera views, road conditions, and weather forecasts for BC highways. For park access and potential seasonal road closures, check BC Parks active advisories and Parks Canada websites for destinations like Jasper National Park. Ferry landing cameras at locations like Kootenay Bay, Galena Bay, and Needles are operational for those planning water crossings. For the latest traffic incidents and flow in the Vancouver area, local traffic centres provide supplemental updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find the latest road conditions for BC?
The official source is DriveBC, which provides highway camera feeds, weather forecasts, road condition reports, and travel advisories. You can also call the BC Highways Conditions line toll-free at 1-800-550-4997.
Is there an alert for the Coquihalla Highway right now?
As of the last update on Thursday, January 29, 2026, there were no alerts in effect for the Coquihalla Highway between Hope and Merritt. Conditions can change rapidly, so check DriveBC before departure.
What is the warning for the Peace Region?
Environment Canada advises that freezing rain is expected to start falling in the Peace region on the morning of Friday, January 31, which will likely create icy and slippery road patches. Drivers should exercise caution.