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Weather & Climate in Kimberley, BC
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kimberley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 296 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 29.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 63.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 3,510 feet.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-5°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 42.3°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,510 ft (1,070 m) |
| Area | 23.4 sq mi (60.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 347/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.6707°N, 115.9776°W |
| Timezone | America/Edmonton |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
31 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.3.
| Mar 22, 2006 | 8 km SSW of Rexford, Montana | M4.3 | 109 km | 8 km |
| Feb 5, 2023 | British Columbia, Canada | M3.9 | 40 km | 1 km |
| Feb 28, 2000 | 10 km NNE of Sparwood, Canada | M3.8 | 84 km | 10 km |
| Jul 28, 2002 | 29 km SSE of Canmore, Canada | M3.6 | 144 km | 1 km |
| Aug 20, 1990 | 23 km NW of Nelson, Canada | M3.3 | 113 km | -1 km |
| Oct 27, 1991 | 21 km N of Castlegar, Canada | M3.3 | 119 km | 7 km |
| Apr 10, 2018 | 3 km SSW of Stryker, Montana | M3.3 | 143 km | 11 km |
| Feb 14, 2012 | 6 km ESE of Stryker, Montana | M3.3 | 147 km | 13 km |
| Jan 12, 2008 | 38 km W of Pincher Creek, Canada | M3.3 | 109 km | 1 km |
| Sep 29, 2016 | 4 km NE of Sparwood, Canada | M3.2 | 82 km | 1 km |
| Feb 15, 2020 | 37 km ESE of Nelson, Canada | M3.2 | 68 km | 10 km |
| Oct 15, 2000 | 33 km SSW of Pincher Creek, Canada | M3.2 | 149 km | 1 km |
| Jan 3, 2021 | 19 km ENE of Stryker, Montana | M3.2 | 145 km | 14 km |
| Aug 29, 1997 | 12 km N of Troy, Montana | M3.1 | 122 km | 19 km |
| Oct 23, 1991 | 21 km N of Castlegar, Canada | M3.0 | 119 km | 7 km |
| Mar 19, 1998 | 31 km SSW of Nakusp, Canada | M3.0 | 142 km | 0 km |
| Apr 10, 2011 | 16 km SE of Invermere, Canada | M2.9 | 85 km | 1 km |
| Jan 23, 2015 | 31 km N of Nelson, Canada | M2.8 | 94 km | 19 km |
| Dec 14, 1990 | 27 km NNE of Elkford, Canada | M2.8 | 111 km | 5 km |
| Sep 26, 2004 | 32 km ENE of Nelson, Canada | M2.8 | 66 km | 20 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Wildfire History
5 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: CARIBOU (28,101 acres, 2017).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2017 | CARIBOU | 28,101 | 89 km |
| 2000 | KOOTENAI COMPLEX (UPPER BEAVER) | 8,783 | 95 km |
| 2018 | DAVIS | 7,103 | 76 km |
| 2015 | PARKER RIDGE | 4,773 | 93 km |
| 1994 | YAAK-RED DRAGON COMPLEX (FISH FRY) | 1,619 | 93 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| November | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 19°F (-7°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
Kimberley has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 19°F in December to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.6") and October the driest (1.4").