Sw̓iw̓s Park
Park Community park with riverfront trails in British Columbia
How to Get to Sw̓iw̓s Park #
Access by regional roads off Highway 97; nearest service towns vary-check local resources or BC Parks for exact directions.
Tips for Visiting Sw̓iw̓s Park #
- Check any band or regional park regulations before visiting; some sites have restricted access for cultural reasons.
- Drive with caution on the rural approaches and look for local signage to the park entrance.
- Bring binoculars: the Okanagan Valley birdlife and riparian areas are rewarding for observations.
Best Time to Visit Sw̓iw̓s Park #
Peak season is summer; spring and autumn are quieter and pleasant for wildlife viewing.
Weather & Climate near Sw̓iw̓s Park #
Sw̓iw̓s Park's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 29°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with 38 mm of rain.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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August
August is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 9°C. The driest month with just 14 mm.
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October
October is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).