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Sun Peaks (BC) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Sun Peaks.
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Climate overview of Sun Peaks
Sun Peaks, British Columbia, Canada, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 25°C (77°F) in July, while winters cool to -2°C (28°F) in January.
With around 727 mm (29 in) of annual rain/snowfall, the city has moderate precipitation levels. June is the wettest month and August the driest. It also has warm summers and very cold winters. July is the sunniest month, averaging 10.2 hours of sunshine per day.
Sun Peaks Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sun Peaks - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Sun Peaks
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Sun Peaks. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in July to a very cold -2°C (28°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 10°C (50°F) in July to around -10°C (14°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Sun Peaks
Generally, Sun Peaks has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 727 mm (29 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Sun Peaks offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between the wettest month June (85 mm (3.3 in)) and the driest month August (42 mm (1.7 in)) is not too significant. For more details, please visit our Sun Peaks 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 Sun Peaks
For those who appreciate different seasons, Sun Peaks serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 10.2 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.5 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Kamloops, Canada (39 KM, 24 Miles).
Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Kamloops, Canada (39 KM, 24 Miles).
Daily percentage of sunshine
Data from: Kamloops, Canada (39 KM, 24 Miles).
Humidity in Sun Peaks by Month
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Sun Peaks.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 73%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 32%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Data from: Kamloops, Canada (39 KM, 24 Miles).
Best Time to Visit Sun Peaks
For comfortable weather, consider visiting Sun Peaks in June, July and August. Conditions are usually least favourable in January, February, March, October, November and December.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
very cold
Feb
cold
Mar
cold
Apr
mixed
May
very good
Jun
excellent
Jul
excellent
Aug
excellent
Sep
very good
Oct
cold
Nov
cold
Dec
very cold
- Best overall: June, July and August
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July
- Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -10°C (14°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Sun Peaks
What is the best time to visit Sun Peaks?
June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Sun Peaks. In contrast, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Sun Peaks has warm summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Sun Peaks?
Daytime highs range from -2°C (28°F) in January to 25°C (77°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -10°C (14°F) to 10°C (50°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Sun Peaks get?
Annual rainfall is around 727 mm (29 in). June is the wettest month with 85 mm (3.3 in), while August is the driest with 42 mm (1.7 in).
How sunny is Sun Peaks?
Sun Peaks receives around 2,078 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 305 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 44 hours. Overall, Sun Peaks enjoys abundant sunshine.
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