Okanagan Falls, BC

British Columbia

Okanagan Falls is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 2,266.

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

2,266 Population 10/sq mi density
46°F Avg Temperature

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How Okanagan Falls Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,266
Density10/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain14.0 in/yr
Elevation1,168 ft (356 m)
Okanagan Falls experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,168 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average45.9°F
15% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Geography

Elevation1,168 ft (356 m)
Area225.5 sq mi (583.9 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates49.3500°N, 119.5667°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.0"
63% below US avg
Snowfall 4.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 1.69"
Driest Month (Oct) 0.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

108 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 10, 2025.

Jun 24, 1997 16 km WNW of Malott, Washington M4.6 112 km
Aug 17, 2002 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M4.5 86 km
Sep 1, 2015 15 km N of Nespelem Community, Washington M4.2 123 km
Apr 15, 1991 4 km SE of Pateros, Washington M3.9 149 km
Sep 10, 2016 23 km E of Oliver, Canada M3.9 29 km
Sep 19, 1993 32 km ENE of Merritt, Canada M3.8 108 km
Mar 3, 1998 16 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada M3.8 91 km
Jan 26, 1992 9 km SSE of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.7 10 km
Jun 24, 1997 16 km NW of Malott, Washington M3.6 111 km
Jan 12, 1997 15 km N of Princeton, Canada M3.5 73 km
Jul 19, 2025 34 km W of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.4 34 km
Mar 8, 1992 27 km SW of Princeton, Canada M3.4 86 km
Apr 28, 2023 38 km SW of Princeton, Canada M3.4 94 km
Oct 27, 1991 21 km N of Castlegar, Canada M3.3 143 km
Aug 20, 1990 23 km NW of Nelson, Canada M3.3 149 km
Apr 20, 2025 8 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.2 65 km
Apr 13, 2025 7 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.2 66 km
Feb 6, 2005 32 km NE of Marblemount, Washington M3.2 134 km
Mar 3, 1998 15 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada M3.2 93 km
Aug 20, 2003 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M3.2 86 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 19.8 m (65 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1952 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 19.8 m - 135 km
2024 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 14.3 m - 135 km
1944 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 9.1 m - 135 km
1953 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 4.8 m - 135 km
1953 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological - - 135 km
1952 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological - - 135 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Baker (176 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Baker Stratovolcano(es) 3,285 m (10,778 ft) 1880 176 km
Glacier Peak Stratovolcano 3,213 m (10,541 ft) 1700 178 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: TUNK BLOCK (180,111 ac, 2015).

Year Name Acres Distance
2015 TUNK BLOCK 180,111 98 km
2015 LIMEBELT 137,098 94 km
2017 DIAMOND CREEK 117,527 72 km
2006 TRIPOD COMPLEX (SPUR PEAK) 115,123 64 km
2003 FAWN PEAK COMPLEX (FAREWELL) 77,444 72 km
2021 CUB CREEK 2 74,601 87 km
2006 TRIPOD COMPLEX (TRIPOD) 59,712 96 km
2006 TATOOSH COMPLEX 48,862 86 km
2022 PARKS 34,621 90 km
1985 BARKER MT 32,839 73 km
2021 WALKER CREEK 26,165 72 km
2018 MCLEOD 24,738 92 km
2020 PALMER 18,015 53 km
2023 EAGLE BLUFF 16,499 46 km
2007 TUNK GRADE 15,007 83 km
2021 MUCKAMUCK 14,426 86 km
1994 THUNDER 10,720 68 km
2000 ROCKY HULL 9,927 58 km
2001 THIRTY MILE 9,120 68 km
2014 UPPER FALLS 8,846 83 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 0.9 in
March 38°F (3°C) 0.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.0 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.5 in
June 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.2 in
September 57°F (14°C) 0.9 in
October 46°F (8°C) 0.8 in Driest
November 35°F (1°C) 1.2 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 1.5 in

Okanagan Falls has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 25°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.7") and October the driest (0.8").

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Museums in Okanagan Falls

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Oliver & District Heritage Society Museum
Penticton Museum
SS Sicamous

Libraries in Okanagan Falls

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ORL: Kalenden Branch0.0
ORL: Naramata Branch0.0
ORL: Okanagan Falls Branch0.0
ORL: Oliver Branch0.0
Penticton Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Okanagan Falls

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lidder's Produce Market
Valley Best Produce Fruit Market

Breweries in Okanagan Falls

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Abandoned Rail Brewing Co.
Bad Tattoo
BNA Brewing Co
Cannery Brewing
Millionaires' Row Cider Co.
Neighbourhood Brewing
Slackwater Brewing
Tin Whistle Brewing Co

Ski Resorts Near Okanagan Falls

6 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
McKinney Nordic Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Nickel Plate Cross-Country Ski Trails Recreation Site 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Apex Mountain Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Big White Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
McCulloch Cross-Country Ski Trails Recreation Site 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Telemark Cross-Country Ski Trails Recreation Site 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Okanagan Falls

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kelowna International AirportYLWLarge Airport
Penticton AirportYYFMedium Airport
Dickson Field-Small Airport
Dorothy Scott Airport-Small Airport
Fowler Field-Small Airport
Kelowna Ogopogo Radio Controllers-Small Airport
Oliver Airport-Small Airport
Osoyoos Airport-Small Airport
Tonasket Municipal Airport-Small Airport

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What is the population of Okanagan Falls?

Okanagan Falls has a population of 2,266 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 225.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Okanagan Falls?

Okanagan Falls has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 14.0 inches, with 4.9 inches of snow.

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