Tappen, BC
British Columbia
Tappen is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 976.
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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How Tappen Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.6°F |
| 25% below US avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,306 ft (398 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 465/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.7831°N, 119.3357°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1905 | THOMPSON RIVER | Meteorological | 6.0 m | 15 | 148 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Wells Gray-Clearwater (192 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Wells Gray-Clearwater | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,576 m (8,451 ft) | 1550 | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 26°F (-4°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| March | 32°F (0°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 22°F (-6°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
Tappen has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 20°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.9").
Schools in Tappen
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlin Elementary Middle School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tappen
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Tappen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dreamcycle Motorcycle Museum | ||||
| Enderby & District Museum and Archives | ||||
| White Post Auto Museum & Antiques Mall |
Libraries in Tappen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ORL: Enderby Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| ORL: North Shuswap Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| ORL: Salmon Arm Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| ORL: Silver Creek Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| ORL: South Shuswap Branch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tappen
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DeMills | |||||
| Pedro's Farm Market |
Gas Stations in Tappen
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Tappen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crannog Ales | ||||
| Crannog Ales and Left Fields |
Ski Resorts Near Tappen
7 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sovereign Lake Nordic Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Silver Star Mountain Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Larch Hills Nordic Ski Trails | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sun Peaks Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Drop Zone Terrain Park | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Flight School Terrain Park | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Basic Training Terrain Park | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Tappen
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Shuswap Regional Airport | YSN | Medium Airport |
| Vernon Regional Airport | YVE | Medium Airport |
| Kelowna Ogopogo Radio Controllers | - | Small Airport |
| Mabel Lake Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Monte Creek Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Prichard Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ross Creek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Shuswap (Skwlax Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Shuswap Lake Estates Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tappen
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Tappen |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tappen
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| New Life Outreach |
Frequently Asked Questions About Tappen
What is the population of Tappen?
Tappen has a population of 976 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 465 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tappen?
Tappen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 29.8 inches, with 13.8 inches of snow.
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