Nicola Lake water temperature

Nicola Lake, Quilchena · Lake

The current water temperature at Nicola Lake is 16.6 °C (as of September 6, 2026, source: Water Survey of Canada).

Lakes stratify in summer: bathing-warm on top, markedly colder a few metres down. Measurements are taken at the surface — right where you swim.

16.6 °C

Measured: September 6, 2026 · continuously updated

💧 Water 16.6° · ☀️ Air 18.3°

Temperature trend of recent weeks

Nearby waters

Quilchena Creek, Quilchena · 2.6 km away13.7 °C Nicola River, Outlet of Nicola Lake · 10.2 km away15.3 °C Coldwater River, Merritt · 20.5 km away18.9 °C Guichon Creek, Outlet of Mamit Lake · 30.3 km away14.3 °C Pennask Creek, Quilchena · 35.2 km away7.7 °C

Frequently asked questions

Can you swim at Nicola Lake right now?
The current water temperature is 16.6 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.

How warm is the water at Nicola Lake?
Currently 16.6 °C (updated continuously).

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