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About Kamloops
Kamloops bakes in sun-drenched hills where the Thompson and South Thompson Rivers converge, making it one of Canada's sunniest cities. The semi-arid landscape offers hiking and ranching culture. Sun Peaks ski resort sits nearby.
Best months to visit
May, June, July, August, September
Things to do in Kamloops
Hike trails in sun-baked Thompson Hills
Fish the Thompson River for steelhead and salmon
Explore nearby Sun Peaks ski resort
Horseback ride through ranch country
Kayak Thompson Lake or the river
Enjoy outdoor dining in the sunny downtown
Weather by month
Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.
January
2C
Cold, with some rainy days.
February
3C
Cold, with occasional showers.
March
10C
Cool, with occasional showers.
April
15C
Cool, with occasional showers.
Recommended
May
22C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
June
25C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
July
30C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
August
29C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
September
22C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
October
14C
Cool, with occasional showers.
November
6C
Cold, with some rainy days.
December
1C
Cold, with some rainy days.
Kamloops sits in a dry, sun-baked valley where two branches of the Thompson River meet, surrounded by sagebrush hills that feel more like the American southwest than typical BC rainforest. It's a hub for wine touring, mountain biking and lake fishing, with more sunshine hours than almost anywhere else in the province. The compact downtown sits beside the river, and the surrounding ranchland and grasslands make for striking road trips in any direction.
Best areas to stay in Kamloops
Downtown Kamloops
The riverside core with restaurants, breweries and access to the Thompson River trail system.
Sahali
A hillside residential area with views over the valley and access to Kenna Cartwright Park trails.
Tournament Capital area
Home to extensive sports facilities, the bike ranch and outdoor recreation centres.
Surrounding wine country
A short drive from downtown, home to several boutique wineries with valley views.
Getting to Kamloops
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Flights
Kamloops Airport has connections via Vancouver and Calgary.
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From London
~1 hour by air from Vancouver; ~4 hours by car.
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Getting around
A car is recommended for wineries, trails and surrounding lakes; downtown is walkable.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Kamloops?
May to September offers warm, dry weather ideal for wine touring, hiking and water sports on the surrounding lakes.
Is Kamloops a wine region?
Yes — several wineries operate in the surrounding hills, producing wines from the region's hot, dry microclimate, with tasting rooms open seasonally.
What makes the landscape around Kamloops different from the rest of BC?
The city sits in a semi-arid grassland and sagebrush valley, one of Canada's driest regions, quite different from the coastal rainforest most associate with BC.
Is Kamloops good for mountain biking?
Yes — Kamloops Bike Ranch and the surrounding trail network are well known among mountain bikers, with terrain for all levels.
How do I get around Kamloops?
A car is recommended for reaching wineries, trailheads and surrounding lakes, though the downtown riverside area is walkable.
Traveler reviews
★★★★☆
Spent a sunny weekend touring small wineries in the hills above the city — much warmer and drier than I expected for BC.
Harpreet S. · July 2024
★★★★★
The mountain biking here is fantastic, with trails for every level right at the edge of town. Great burger spots downtown afterwards too.
Logan M. · August 2023
★★★★☆
Used it as a quiet stop on a road trip through the BC interior — the sagebrush hills around the river were a beautiful surprise.
Vivian C. · September 2024
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