Kelowna, British Columbia Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Kelowna, British Columbia gets 268 mm of precipitation a year over about 99 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 29°C) and February the coldest (average low -6°C).

Kelowna climate at a glance

Semi-arid climate

Kelowna, British Columbia has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 1°C in January to 29°C in July. May is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically June and September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

How much rain does Kelowna get?

Kelowna gets 268 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 99 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 66% of Canada.

May is the wettest month, with 41 mm. August is the driest, with 9 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 11.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 32 days, to October 18, 2022.

Kelowna weather by month

Kelowna weather in January

In January, Kelowna averages a high of 1°C and a low of -5°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 18% of daylight hours. The January record high is 12°C (2014) and the record low is -30°C (2024).

Kelowna weather in February

In February, Kelowna averages a high of 3°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The February record high is 14°C (2024) and the record low is -22°C (2017).

Kelowna weather in March

In March, Kelowna averages a high of 9°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The March record high is 21°C (2016) and the record low is -20°C (2019).

Kelowna weather in April

In April, Kelowna averages a high of 16°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 22 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The April record high is 28°C (2023) and the record low is -10°C (2020).

Kelowna weather in May

In May, Kelowna averages a high of 21°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The May record high is 32°C (2023) and the record low is -4°C (2013).

Kelowna weather in June

In June, Kelowna averages a high of 24°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The June record high is 44°C (2021) and the record low is 1°C (2012). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kelowna weather in July

In July, Kelowna averages a high of 29°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (2021) and the record low is 4°C (2020).

Kelowna weather in August

In August, Kelowna averages a high of 29°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (2023) and the record low is 2°C (2010).

Kelowna weather in September

In September, Kelowna averages a high of 22°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The September record high is 36°C (2017) and the record low is -1°C (2014). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kelowna weather in October

In October, Kelowna averages a high of 13°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The October record high is 26°C (2022) and the record low is -12°C (2009).

Kelowna weather in November

In November, Kelowna averages a high of 6°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 23 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 21% of daylight hours. The November record high is 17°C (2016) and the record low is -21°C (2010).

Kelowna weather in December

In December, Kelowna averages a high of 1°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 17% of daylight hours. The December record high is 18°C (2021) and the record low is -33°C (2022).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Kelowna

July is the sunniest month in Kelowna, with sunshine about 70% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 17%. Over the year the sun shines about 37% of daylight hours. Kelowna is sunnier than 58% of Canada.

Humidity peaks in January at 83% and is lowest in July at 48%.

Kelowna has about 21 days a year above 32°C. Kelowna is hotter than 99% of Canada.

First and last freeze in Kelowna

The first fall freeze in Kelowna typically comes around October 3, and the last spring freeze around May 9. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 147 days.

Kelowna weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Kelowna station is 44°C, on June 29, 2021. The coldest is -33°C, on December 22, 2022.

The wettest day on record brought 84 mm of rain, on September 26, 2015.

The best time to visit Kelowna

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June and September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 2°C and lows near -5°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 2°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 11°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 2°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January15 mm883%18%12°-30°
February12 mm772%28%14°-22°
March18 mm962%33%21°-20°
April22 mm853%36%28°-10°
May41 mm1056%38%32°-4°
June38 mm1154%43%44°
July15 mm548%70%39°
August8.9 mm453%58%38°
September28 mm862%51%36°-1°
October28 mm1072%33%26°-12°
November23 mm1079%21%17°-21°
December19 mm1083%17%18°-33°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Kelowna climate questions

How much rain does Kelowna get?

Kelowna gets 268 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 99 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Kelowna?

May is the wettest month in Kelowna, with 41 mm. August is the driest, with 9 mm.

How many rainy days does Kelowna have a year?

Kelowna has about 99 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 11.

What is the hottest month in Kelowna?

July is the warmest month in Kelowna, with an average high of 29°C.

What is the coldest month in Kelowna?

February is the coldest month in Kelowna, with an average low of -6°C.

What is the record high temperature in Kelowna?

The record high at the Kelowna station is 44°C, set on June 29, 2021. The record low is -33°C, on December 22, 2022.

What is the sunniest month in Kelowna?

July is the sunniest month in Kelowna, with sunshine about 70% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Kelowna?

The first fall freeze in Kelowna typically comes around October 3. The last spring freeze is around May 9.

What is the best time to visit Kelowna?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June and September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station KELOWNA (10 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station KELOWNA.