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Weather & Climate in Central Kootenay G, BC
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Central Kootenay G has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 274 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 34.1 inches. The area receives 18.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 2,569 feet.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
61°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 41.7°F |
| 23% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 274 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,569 ft (783 m) |
| Area | 582.7 sq mi (1,509.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.0003°N, 117.2995°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
61 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.2.
| Sep 1, 2015 | 15 km N of Nespelem Community, Washington | M4.2 | 148 km | 9 km |
| Nov 11, 2001 | 3 km NE of Spokane, Washington | M4.0 | 146 km | 4 km |
| Sep 10, 2016 | 23 km E of Oliver, Canada | M3.9 | 143 km | 1 km |
| Apr 24, 2015 | 8 km WSW of Hope, Idaho | M3.9 | 109 km | 17 km |
| Jun 25, 2001 | Washington | M3.9 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Feb 5, 2023 | British Columbia, Canada | M3.9 | 121 km | 1 km |
| Mar 3, 1998 | 16 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada | M3.8 | 79 km | 5 km |
| Apr 24, 2015 | 12 km SSW of East Hope, Idaho | M3.7 | 118 km | 9 km |
| Jan 20, 2000 | 21 km ENE of Athol, Idaho | M3.5 | 127 km | 5 km |
| Jun 25, 2001 | 2 km SSE of Town and Country, Washington | M3.4 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Dec 15, 2012 | 19 km S of Troy, Montana | M3.4 | 131 km | 1 km |
| Nov 12, 2001 | 3 km NNE of Spokane, Washington | M3.3 | 146 km | 0 km |
| Sep 22, 2003 | 12 km NW of Rathdrum, Idaho | M3.3 | 125 km | 13 km |
| Aug 20, 1990 | 23 km NW of Nelson, Canada | M3.3 | 72 km | -1 km |
| Oct 27, 1991 | 21 km N of Castlegar, Canada | M3.3 | 61 km | 7 km |
| Apr 24, 2015 | 7 km SW of Hope, Idaho | M3.3 | 112 km | 10 km |
| Feb 15, 2020 | 37 km ESE of Nelson, Canada | M3.2 | 56 km | 10 km |
| Jul 31, 2001 | 2 km WNW of Town and Country, Washington | M3.2 | 141 km | 0 km |
| Mar 3, 1998 | 15 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada | M3.2 | 77 km | 5 km |
| Aug 29, 1997 | 12 km N of Troy, Montana | M3.1 | 114 km | 19 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
8 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 | — | 79 km |
| 2024 | COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA | Meteorological | 14.3 m | — | 78 km |
| 1944 | COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA | Meteorological | 9.1 m | — | 79 km |
| 2009 | COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA | Meteorological | 9.0 m | — | 144 km |
| 1953 | COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA | Meteorological | 4.8 m | — | 79 km |
| 2009 | COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA | Meteorological | 3.6 m | — | 138 km |
| 1953 | COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA | Meteorological | — | — | 79 km |
| 1952 | COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA | Meteorological | — | — | 79 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: STICKPIN (54,119 acres, 2015).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2015 | STICKPIN | 54,119 | 83 km |
| 2022 | RUSSELL MOUNTAIN | 26,130 | 61 km |
| 2015 | TOWER | 24,779 | 59 km |
| 2015 | RENNER | 13,975 | 71 km |
| 1994 | COPPER BUTTE | 9,068 | 93 km |
| 2015 | GRAVES MOUNTAIN | 8,559 | 86 km |
| 2021 | BULLDOG MOUNTAIN | 8,049 | 76 km |
| 2018 | HORNS MOUNTAIN | 6,890 | 55 km |
| 2001 | MT. LEONA COMPLEX | 5,978 | 89 km |
| 2003 | TOGO MOUNTAIN | 5,495 | 80 km |
| 2017 | NOISY CREEK | 5,452 | 22 km |
| 2018 | BOYDS | 5,196 | 75 km |
| 2015 | PARKER RIDGE | 4,773 | 57 km |
| 2017 | NORTH FORK HUGHES | 4,628 | 23 km |
| 2006 | HUGHES 32 COMPLEX | 4,536 | 28 km |
| 2003 | MYRTLE CREEK | 3,539 | 69 km |
| 2015 | MARBLE VALLEY | 3,431 | 79 km |
| 2003 | BLACK CANYON | 2,403 | 31 km |
| 2022 | BOULDER MOUNTAIN | 2,346 | 63 km |
| 2020 | CUSTOMS ROAD | 2,248 | 100 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-3°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| August | 62°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 42°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 31°F (-1°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 4.3 in |
Central Kootenay G has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 23°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 34.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.4") and July the driest (1.7").