Most people can agree, the main reason to live or visit the Okanagan Valley is the weather.
Beautiful hot summers are lengthened by warm spring and fall months.
This ideal weather makes it the perfect growing region for fresh produce such as fruits and vegetables that are available at local Farmers’ & Community Markets.
The winters are cloudy, yet mild in temperature, with little snow in the Valley and lots on the ski hills to enjoy.
Okanagan Weather FAQ’s
What is the weather like in the Okanagan?
Does it snow in the Okanagan?
Yes, it does snow in the Okanagan and the number of inches will depend on which city you are located in.
On average, the Okanagan Valley will start to receive snow at the end of October or early November and will stop around the end of March or early April.
Bear in mind that each ski hill in the Okanagan Valley is located at higher elevations so they would receive much more snow than the averages listed below.
What are winters like in (Kelowna, Vernon)?
Is the Okanagan a desert?
Weather Averages By City
Kelowna Weather Averages
Oliver Weather Averages
Penticton Weather Averages
Vernon Weather Averages
Please note that these weather averages were pulled from the National Centres for Environmental Information (NOAA). This provides you average numbers and will vary year to year.