Get ready to swap the sunshine for rain as Metro Vancouver braces for a wet week ahead.
Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for the region, anticipating 40 to 70 millimetres of rain by Tuesday, including possible snow at higher elevations.
A strong frontal system is set to roll in Monday evening, bringing rain starting late or shortly after midnight. The downpour is expected to intensify by Tuesday morning and persist into the afternoon.
Areas around the North Shore mountains could see 50 to 70 millimetres of rain, while central Metro Vancouver is likely to receive 30 to 40 millimetres. Meteorologist Carl Lam predicts total rainfall could approach 100 millimetres, especially near mountainous areas.
Higher elevations are forecasted to experience a transition from rain to snow, with Burnaby Mountain, the Upper Levels Highway, and the North Shore mountains expected to see significant snowfall.
Grouse Mountain is gearing up for around 30 centimetres of fresh snow, good news for ski enthusiasts. However, drivers should be cautious of winter-like conditions at higher altitudes.
This shift in weather follows the lifting of a special weather statement concerning flooding and high tides across parts of the South Coast, including Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast.
Residents are advised to expect wet roads, reduced visibility, and rapidly changing conditions, particularly during the Tuesday morning commute.