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Weather & Climate in Nakusp, BC
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Nakusp has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches. The area receives 22.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,578 feet.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
61°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 41.4°F |
| 23% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,578 ft (481 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 512/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.2499°N, 117.8023°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
28 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.9.
| Feb 5, 2023 | British Columbia, Canada | M3.9 | 107 km | 1 km |
| Mar 3, 1998 | 16 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada | M3.8 | 127 km | 5 km |
| Aug 20, 1990 | 23 km NW of Nelson, Canada | M3.3 | 71 km | -1 km |
| Oct 27, 1991 | 21 km N of Castlegar, Canada | M3.3 | 83 km | 7 km |
| Mar 3, 1998 | 15 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada | M3.2 | 128 km | 5 km |
| Feb 15, 2020 | 37 km ESE of Nelson, Canada | M3.2 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Oct 23, 1991 | 21 km N of Castlegar, Canada | M3.0 | 83 km | 7 km |
| Mar 19, 1998 | 31 km SSW of Nakusp, Canada | M3.0 | 32 km | 0 km |
| Apr 10, 2011 | 16 km SE of Invermere, Canada | M2.9 | 140 km | 1 km |
| Jan 23, 2015 | 31 km N of Nelson, Canada | M2.8 | 64 km | 19 km |
| Sep 26, 2004 | 32 km ENE of Nelson, Canada | M2.8 | 94 km | 20 km |
| Feb 10, 2016 | 29 km NNW of Kimberley, Canada | M2.8 | 127 km | 3 km |
| Feb 24, 2016 | 26 km NNW of Kimberley, Canada | M2.8 | 127 km | 4 km |
| Aug 2, 2024 | 11 km ESE of Penticton, Canada | M2.7 | 148 km | 15 km |
| Sep 4, 1999 | 10 km N of Castlegar, Canada | M2.7 | 93 km | 5 km |
| May 6, 1995 | 35 km NNW of Creston, Canada | M2.7 | 124 km | 10 km |
| May 15, 2004 | 4 km NNW of Grand Forks, Canada | M2.7 | 140 km | 1 km |
| Mar 3, 1997 | 8 km SSE of Peachland, Canada | M2.7 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Aug 23, 1990 | 30 km ESE of Ellison, Canada | M2.7 | 93 km | 8 km |
| Jul 22, 2007 | 6 km NE of Penticton, Canada | M2.6 | 148 km | 1 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 5.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 33°F (0°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 31°F (-1°C) | 5.3 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 5.1 in |
Nakusp has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 23°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.5") and August the driest (2.6").