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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the True North Brief Weather Desk. Data from Environment and Climate Change Canada and other national met services via Open-Meteo.

Expect daytime highs in the low single digits Celsius and overnight lows near -5°C for Rossland, with the live forecast above showing the current conditions. Snow flurries are likely over the next few days, so plan for winter driving conditions on the Crowsnest Highway.

What is the 14-day and hourly outlook for Rossland?

The rossland weather 14 day trend points to a consistent pattern of daytime highs between -1°C and 4°C, with nightly lows dropping to -8°C. For immediate planning, the rossland weather hourly breakdown indicates the best chance of clearing skies in the late morning, with cloud cover thickening again by mid-afternoon. The snow forecast rossland shows 5–10 cm accumulation possible through the weekend, primarily from lake-effect bands off the Columbia River.

Elevation1,023 metres (3,356 ft)
Snow base (current)45–60 cm at Red Mountain
Wind15–30 km/h from the southwest
Sunrise/Sunset07:15 / 16:10 PST

How does the local terrain affect Rossland’s weather?

Rossland sits on the western slope of the Monashee Mountains, which forces Pacific moisture upward and creates frequent orographic snow. This makes rossland bc weather significantly wetter and cooler than nearby communities in the valleys, such as Trail or castlegar weather reports, which often show 3–5°C warmer conditions. The rossland bc webcam feeds confirm that visibility on the steep grades of Highway 3B can drop to under 200 metres during heavier snowfall.

Is Rossland weather similar to Castlegar weather?

No. Rossland is roughly 400 metres higher than Castlegar, so it is consistently 4–6°C cooler and receives more snowfall. Castlegar sits in a rain shadow and often sees rain when Rossland gets snow.

What is the best resource for a 14-day Rossland forecast?

Environment and Climate Change Canada issues the official forecast. For ski conditions, check the Red Mountain snow report, which updates the snow forecast rossland daily. The weather warning page is useful for winter storm alerts.

Where can I find live Rossland webcam feeds?

The rossland bc webcam is hosted by the City of Rossland and provides real-time views of the downtown core and Highway 3B. It refreshes every 10 minutes and is a reliable check for road conditions before driving from the Coquihalla Highway.