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Cold Arctic air hits B.C. with a chance of snow around Christmas Day

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Cold Arctic air hits B.C. with a chance of snow around Christmas Day
Senior meteorologist Kristi Gordon has an update on the weather expected in British Columbia as we head towards Christmas Day, including snow and a risk of freezing temperatures. – Dec 20, 2021

An Arctic ridge of high pressure has settled over many parts of B.C. Monday and it’s bringing a blast of winter weather.

Global BC meteorologist Yvonne Schalle said this high pressure will bring clear skies and cold conditions across the province.

A look at the ridge of high pressure across the province.
A look at the ridge of high pressure across the province. Global News SkyTracker

However, Tuesday afternoon, conditions will change to rain mixed with snow for most areas, with the risk of freezing rain over eastern sections of Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley and Inland Vancouver Island, Schalle added.

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“Heavy snow is possible Tuesday night over Howe Sound, the Sea to Sky Highway and eastern areas of the Fraser Valley,” Schalle said.

A look at the snow and freezing rain that will hit the province this week.
A look at the snow and freezing rain that will hit the province this week. Global News SkyTracker

Temperatures will vary on Wednesday, but the Arctic air will return Thursday.

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“Temperatures will be cold enough towards the end of the week and while it’s a still a few days out we have a chance for snow near Christmas,” Schalle added.

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