August · Canada
Best time to visit Kamloops in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kamloops in August
Average temperature 18°C, 40 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 62% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
9.8/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 18°C
- Rainfall
- 40 mm
- Humidity
- 62%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Kamloops scores 9.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 18°C, 40 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kamloops sits where the Thompson River meets sagebrush hills, with riverside trails, wineries, and easy staging for interior BC road trips.
August ranks 2nd of 12 for Kamloops — one of the best windows
August averages 18°C (64°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Expect 40 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.3 daylight hours.
A 9.8/10 puts this among the year's best months in Kamloops (2nd of 12); only July scores higher, at 10/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Figure on peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kamloops in August?
- In August, Kamloops averages 18°C, 40 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.8/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Kamloops?
- August earns a 9.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kamloops in August?
- Expect about 40 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 62% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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