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Weather & Climate in Central Kootenay D, BC
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Central Kootenay D has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 271 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches. The area receives 18.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,795 feet.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
60°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 40.8°F |
| 24% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 271 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,795 ft (547 m) |
| Area | 2,232.1 sq mi (5,781.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.2369°N, 116.9745°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
22 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.1.
| Feb 14, 2021 | 5 km N of Banff, Canada | M4.1 | 149 km | 17 km |
| Feb 5, 2023 | British Columbia, Canada | M3.9 | 55 km | 1 km |
| Jul 28, 2002 | 29 km SSE of Canmore, Canada | M3.6 | 147 km | 1 km |
| Aug 20, 1990 | 23 km NW of Nelson, Canada | M3.3 | 79 km | -1 km |
| Oct 27, 1991 | 21 km N of Castlegar, Canada | M3.3 | 93 km | 7 km |
| Feb 15, 2020 | 37 km ESE of Nelson, Canada | M3.2 | 96 km | 10 km |
| Oct 23, 1991 | 21 km N of Castlegar, Canada | M3.0 | 93 km | 7 km |
| Mar 19, 1998 | 31 km SSW of Nakusp, Canada | M3.0 | 73 km | 0 km |
| Apr 10, 2011 | 16 km SE of Invermere, Canada | M2.9 | 83 km | 1 km |
| Jan 23, 2015 | 31 km N of Nelson, Canada | M2.8 | 54 km | 19 km |
| Sep 26, 2004 | 32 km ENE of Nelson, Canada | M2.8 | 67 km | 20 km |
| Feb 10, 2016 | 29 km NNW of Kimberley, Canada | M2.8 | 72 km | 3 km |
| Feb 24, 2016 | 26 km NNW of Kimberley, Canada | M2.8 | 72 km | 4 km |
| Sep 4, 1999 | 10 km N of Castlegar, Canada | M2.7 | 103 km | 5 km |
| Jun 7, 2023 | 16 km NNW of Elkford, Canada | M2.7 | 142 km | 10 km |
| May 6, 1995 | 35 km NNW of Creston, Canada | M2.7 | 97 km | 10 km |
| Aug 23, 1990 | 30 km ESE of Ellison, Canada | M2.7 | 148 km | 8 km |
| Sep 24, 2016 | 18 km SE of Cranbrook, Canada | M2.6 | 138 km | 0 km |
| Apr 12, 2012 | 15 km WNW of Nelson, Canada | M2.6 | 86 km | -1 km |
| Mar 30, 2024 | 37 km ESE of Nelson, Canada | M2.5 | 93 km | 14 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 32°F (0°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 30°F (-1°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 22°F (-5°C) | 4.3 in |
Central Kootenay D has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 21°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.7") and April the driest (2.1").