A couple bouts of precipitation are expected across Vancouver Island heading into the holidays, but unless you live in the mountains, donB次元官网网址檛 expect a white Christmas.

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There may be rain, however, for Winter Solstice on Dec. 21, Christmas Day and the start of Hanukkah on Dec. 25, as well as Kwanzaa starting Dec. 26.

Those who like to hit higher elevations such as Mount Washington or Mount Cain are in luck, however, as the snowpacks there should be in good order.

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There may be no snow, but rain is likely for most parts of Vancouver Island.

Modelling shows disturbances coming in, so rain is likely and in typical fashion for the region, heavier amounts should be expected mid-Island.

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