Climate Insights for Okanagan Falls

Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen, British Columbia, Canada

Hottest
July
28°C peak82°F peak
Coldest
February
-6°C low21°F low
Wettest
November
95 mm rain3.7 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Okanagan Falls is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 657 mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 95 mm of rainfall. Okanagan Falls is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to -6°C. Okanagan Falls experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Okanagan Falls is cool. The average annual temperature is 46°F and approximately 25.9 in of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 3.7 in of rainfall. Okanagan Falls is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to 21°F. Okanagan Falls experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 0°Average: -3°Min: -6°FebMax: 1°Average: -3°Min: -6°MarMax: 7°Average: 3°Min: -1°AprMax: 13°Average: 7°Min: 2°MayMax: 19°Average: 13°Min: 7°JunMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 10°JulMax: 28°Average: 20°Min: 13°AugMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 14°SepMax: 21°Average: 15°Min: 10°OctMax: 12°Average: 7°Min: 3°NovMax: 4°Average: 1°Min: -1°DecMax: 0°Average: -3°Min: -5°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 32°FAverage: 26°FMin: 22°FFebMax: 34°FAverage: 27°FMin: 21°FMarMax: 45°FAverage: 37°FMin: 30°FAprMax: 55°FAverage: 45°FMin: 36°FMayMax: 66°FAverage: 55°FMin: 45°FJunMax: 72°FAverage: 61°FMin: 49°FJulMax: 82°FAverage: 68°FMin: 56°FAugMax: 81°FAverage: 68°FMin: 57°FSepMax: 69°FAverage: 58°FMin: 50°FOctMax: 53°FAverage: 45°FMin: 38°FNovMax: 40°FAverage: 35°FMin: 30°FDecMax: 32°FAverage: 27°FMin: 23°F
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Temperatures in Okanagan Falls vary considerably across the year, with a 34°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is -3°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Okanagan Falls vary considerably across the year, with a 61°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 68°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 21°F and the daily average is 27°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 14°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 75mmSnow: 63mmFebPrecipitation: 60mmSnow: 41mmMarPrecipitation: 73mmSnow: 37mmAprPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 8mmMayPrecipitation: 46mmSnow: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 38mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 13mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 14mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 32mmSnow: 1mmOctPrecipitation: 68mmSnow: 8mmNovPrecipitation: 95mmSnow: 45mmDecPrecipitation: 89mmSnow: 68mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.9inSnow (in): 25inFebPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 16inMarPrecipitation: 2.9inSnow (in): 14inAprPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 3inMayPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 0.5inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 3inNovPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 18inDecPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 27in
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Snow (in)

Okanagan Falls is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 657 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 55 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 95 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 13 mm. That's 82 mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Okanagan Falls receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 271cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 68cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Okanagan Falls is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 25.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.2 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 3.7 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.5 in. That's 3.2 in less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Okanagan Falls receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 107in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 27in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 6km/hAprWind Speed: 6km/hMayWind Speed: 5km/hJunWind Speed: 6km/hJulWind Speed: 6km/hAugWind Speed: 5km/hSepWind Speed: 5km/hOctWind Speed: 6km/hNovWind Speed: 6km/hDecWind Speed: 6km/h
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0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 4mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 4mphNovWind Speed: 4mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

Okanagan Falls is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Okanagan Falls is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-3°26°F
Feb-3°27°F
Mar3°37°F
Apr7°45°F
May13°55°F
Jun16°61°F
Jul20°68°F
Aug20°68°F
Sep15°58°F
Oct7°45°F
Nov1°35°F
Dec-3°27°F

The best time to visit Okanagan Falls is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 22 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -6°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Okanagan Falls is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.9 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 21°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Okanagan Falls based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Okanagan Falls based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-6 °C22 °F
0 °C32 °F
6 km/h4 mph
75 mm2.9 in
63 cm25 in
Feb
-6 °C21 °F
1 °C34 °F
6 km/h4 mph
60 mm2.4 in
41 cm16 in
Mar
-1 °C30 °F
7 °C45 °F
6 km/h4 mph
73 mm2.9 in
37 cm14 in
Apr
2 °C36 °F
13 °C55 °F
6 km/h4 mph
54 mm2.1 in
8 cm3 in
May
7 °C45 °F
19 °C66 °F
5 km/h3 mph
46 mm1.8 in
1 cm0 in
Jun
10 °C49 °F
22 °C72 °F
6 km/h4 mph
38 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
13 °C56 °F
28 °C82 °F
6 km/h3 mph
13 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
14 °C57 °F
27 °C81 °F
5 km/h3 mph
14 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C50 °F
21 °C69 °F
5 km/h3 mph
32 mm1.3 in
1 cm0 in
OctCurrent
3 °C38 °F
12 °C53 °F
6 km/h4 mph
68 mm2.7 in
8 cm3 in
Nov
-1 °C30 °F
4 °C40 °F
6 km/h4 mph
95 mm3.7 in
45 cm18 in
Dec
-5 °C23 °F
0 °C32 °F
6 km/h4 mph
89 mm3.5 in
68 cm27 in