Alexis Creek 20, BC

A cold spell is in the forecast for most of B.C.

Arctic air will invade B.C. beginning late Friday, with a major shift in temperature from our mild January.

Temperatures will be 10 to 20 degrees colder than normal for this time of year in the central and southern interior of B.C.

A short period of gusty winds will accompany the cold air’s arrival through the interior, and may combine with snow leading to a brief period of blowing snow Saturday.

Temperatures are expected to gradually rise late next week, in early February. However, there remains significant uncertainty on the timing of a return to seasonal temperatures.

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