2025 Drought Bulletin

June 13, 2024 | Issue 1

Regional drought level vs. YOUR watering rules:

What's the difference?

Here's the scoop: The Okanagan could be heading into another hot, dry summer. Conditions across the valley will vary, and it is important to know where to get accurate and locally relevant information.

The drought level set by the Province of B.C. (see below) shows us the big picture for the Okanagan, but what really counts for your home and garden are your local watering restrictions. Why? Because they're set based on the specific water supply and demand right where you live.

Your local water supplier knows best what's needed to keep water flowing for homes, food, fish, and firefighting right where you are.

Don't get caught off guard! We've provided the current conditions of five local communities in the Okanagan below.

For other areas: A quick Google of "your location + watering restrictions" or a call to your water supplier will get you the local lowdown.

Location	Current watering restrictions	Learn more
Vernon	Normal — Up to 3 days a week as per your address, no watering on Sundays, no sprinklers between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.	Visit the Greater Vernon Water Restrictions page here.
Kelowna	Normal — Up to 3 days a week as per your address, no watering on Mondays, no sprinklers between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m	Visit the City of Kelowna Water Restrictions page here.
West Kelowna	Stage 1 — Even numbered addresses on even calendar days, odd numbered addresses on odd calendar days, no sprinklers between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m	Visit the City of West Kelowna's Watering Regulations and Conservation Page here.
Penticton	Stage 1 — Up to 3 days a week as per your address, no watering on Mondays, no sprinklers between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m	Visit the City of Penticton's Water Restrictions page here.
Osoyoos	Stage 2— 2 days a week determined by your zone location, no watering on Saturdays, no sprinklers between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.	Visit the City of Osoyoos Water Restrictions page here.

Regional Drought Outlook - The Okanagan sits at LEVEL 2

Don't forget to Take the Plege

From Armstrong to Osoyoos, Okanagan citizens know that taking the Make Water Work Pledge is a great way to show commitment and take action towards a more water-efficient and fire-ready region. Adopting water-efficient practices and planting FireSmart™ not only helps make our region fire-resilient, but also saves you money, time and effort.

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One action you can take today...

Check out our Make Water Work Plant Collection

In partnership with the Okanagan Xeriscape Association, the Make Water Work Plant Collection brings together a palette of WaterWise plants that celebrate the beauty of what’s possible in our Okanagan climate.

You can be WaterWise and FireSmart™.

Let’s Make Water Work better in your yard!