West Kelowna (BC) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
West Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with August peaking at 24°C (75°F) and January dropping to 0°C (32°F).
West Kelowna sees a moderate amount of rain/snowfall, totalling around 708 mm (28 in) per year. It experiences a distinct dry season from July to August, creating some seasonal variation. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 9.9 hours of daily sunshine.
Monthly Temperature in West Kelowna
Visitors to West Kelowna can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold 0°C (32°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 12°C (54°F) in August to around -7°C (19°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in West Kelowna
Generally, West Kelowna experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 708 mm (28 in) yearly. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, November it receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging 95 mm (3.7 in) of precipitation, recorded across 12 snowy/rainy days. In contrast, the driest month August brings less rainfall, with 27 mm (1.1 in) over 9 rainy days. For more details, please visit our West Kelowna Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in West Kelowna
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in West Kelowna. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.9 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.2 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in West Kelowna by Month
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in West Kelowna.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 76%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 35%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
West Kelowna (BC) 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit West Kelowna
During June, July, August and September, West Kelowna experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 19°C (66°F) and 24°C (76°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 27 mm (1.1 in) and 59 mm (2.3 in). Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
