Climate Insights for Summerland
Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen, British Columbia, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Summerland is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 718 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 95 mm of rainfall. Summerland 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 -7°C. Summerland experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Summerland is cool. The average annual temperature is 43°F and approximately 28.3 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 3.8 in of rainfall. Summerland 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 19°F. Summerland experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Summerland vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 18°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -7°C and the daily average is -4°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Summerland vary considerably across the year, with a 59°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 78°F and the mean temperature sits around 65°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 19°F and the daily average is 25°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 13°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Summerland is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 718 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 60 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 95 mm of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 22 mm. That's 73 mm less than December, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Summerland receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 326cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 78cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Summerland is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 28.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.4 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 3.7 in of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.9 in. That's 2.9 in less than December, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Summerland receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 128in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 31in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Summerland 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 April, 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.Summerland 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 April, 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
The best time to visit Summerland is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 23 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -7°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Summerland is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.9 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 19°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 Summerland 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 Summerland 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.