If you thought this morning’s snowfall warning was enough winter for one day, think again.
Environment Canada has now issued another snowfall warning affecting parts of southern Vancouver Island, including Greater Victoria and the Malahat Highway, with snow possible during the Tuesday morning commute.
The alert comes after parts of the region already saw snowfall earlier Monday, particularly in higher elevations around Vancouver Island.
According to Environment Canada, a cold and unstable air mass moving across the south coast is expected to bring the risk of snow down to sea level early Tuesday.
For areas near sea level, including much of Greater Victoria, trace amounts up to about 4 centimetres of snow are possible. However, higher terrain could see around 5 centimetres or more, particularly along the Malahat Highway between Goldstream and Mill Bay and other inland areas of Vancouver Island.
Environment Canada has issued two alerts for the region, one covering Greater Victoria and another specifically for the Malahat Highway, where conditions can change quickly due to elevation.
The weather agency notes that snowfall amounts could vary widely even within short distances, meaning some neighbourhoods may see little to no snow while others pick up several centimetres.
Drivers are being warned that travel conditions could become challenging, especially during periods of heavier flurries that may reduce visibility.
Motorists travelling the Malahat or other higher elevation routes are being urged to allow extra time and prepare for winter driving conditions.
Environment Canada also says wet flurries could continue into Tuesday afternoon, particularly in inland and higher elevation areas of Vancouver Island.
While Tuesday morning carries the greatest risk locally, another round of flurries is possible Wednesday morning, although those are expected to be mostly limited to higher terrain and inland neighbourhoods.
Drivers can check the latest road conditions at DriveBC, and residents are encouraged to continue monitoring forecasts and weather alerts as conditions develop.
