Weather & Climate in Eagle Bay, BC
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Eagle Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.9 inches. The area receives 14.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,345 feet.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 43.5°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,345 ft (410 m) |
| Area | 590.8 sq mi (1,530.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.9331°N, 119.2191°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
8 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Aug 17, 2002 | 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada | M4.5 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Sep 19, 1993 | 32 km ENE of Merritt, Canada | M3.8 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Aug 20, 2003 | 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada | M3.2 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Mar 19, 1998 | 31 km SSW of Nakusp, Canada | M3.0 | 142 km | 0 km |
| Apr 9, 1990 | 24 km W of Peachland, Canada | M2.8 | 144 km | -2 km |
| Mar 3, 1997 | 8 km SSE of Peachland, Canada | M2.7 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Aug 23, 1990 | 30 km ESE of Ellison, Canada | M2.7 | 120 km | 8 km |
| Aug 24, 2013 | 4 km NNE of Merritt, Canada | M2.5 | 140 km | 7 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Wells Gray-Clearwater (181 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Wells Gray-Clearwater | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,576 m (8,451 ft) | 1550 | 181 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 33°F (0°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 3.7 in |
Eagle Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 23°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 30.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.7") and April the driest (1.9").