Sw̓iw̓s Park

Park Community park with riverfront trails in British Columbia

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Sw̓iw̓s Park
South Okanagan region, British Columbia, Canada
49.0151, -119.4552

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.

Summer
June-August · 18-30°C
Warm, dry weather ideal for park trails and beaches.
Spring/Autumn
April-June, September-October · 8-20°C
Better light for photography and fewer visitors.

Weather & Climate near Sw̓iw̓s Park #

Climate

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.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
-5°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°

Weather

24 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

April

April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with 38 mm of rain.

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
12° 26°

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
14° 29°

Weather

24 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
14° 29°

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 9°C. The driest month with just 14 mm.

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
24°

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

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