The truth about Kamloops weather: semi-arid desert climate, 2,000+ hours of sunshine, hot summers, and mild winters.
Kamloops has a semi-arid desert climate with over 2,000 hours of sunshine annually, making it one of the sunniest cities in BC. Summers are hot and dry with temperatures regularly reaching 35 to 40 degrees Celsius from June through August. Winters are mild by BC Interior standards, with temperatures typically ranging from -5 to -15 degrees Celsius and moderate snowfall. The dry climate means low humidity, minimal rain, and a landscape of sagebrush, ponderosa pine, and golden hills that many residents find uniquely beautiful.