Weather & Climate in Swansea Point, BC
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Swansea Point has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.8 inches. The area receives 14.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,135 feet.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 43.3°F |
| 20% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,135 ft (346 m) |
| Area | 4.9 sq mi (12.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 33/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.7667°N, 119.0167°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
14 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 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Sep 19, 1993 | 32 km ENE of Merritt, Canada | M3.8 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Aug 20, 2003 | 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada | M3.2 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Feb 13, 2010 | 36 km NNE of Princeton, Canada | M3.0 | 144 km | 18 km |
| Mar 19, 1998 | 31 km SSW of Nakusp, Canada | M3.0 | 119 km | 0 km |
| Apr 9, 1990 | 24 km W of Peachland, Canada | M2.8 | 135 km | -2 km |
| Mar 3, 1997 | 8 km SSE of Peachland, Canada | M2.7 | 128 km | 5 km |
| Aug 23, 1990 | 30 km ESE of Ellison, Canada | M2.7 | 100 km | 8 km |
| Jul 22, 2007 | 6 km NE of Penticton, Canada | M2.6 | 144 km | 1 km |
| Aug 24, 2013 | 4 km NNE of Merritt, Canada | M2.5 | 142 km | 7 km |
| Jul 12, 1993 | 5 km SW of Summerland, Canada | M2.5 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Apr 20, 2008 | 4 km ENE of Penticton, Canada | M2.5 | 146 km | 8 km |
| Jul 21, 2007 | 5 km ENE of Penticton, Canada | M2.5 | 146 km | -1 km |
| Jun 18, 2015 | 7 km E of Penticton, Canada | M2.5 | 146 km | 0 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 32°F (0°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 3.5 in |
Swansea Point has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 23°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 30.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.9").