Agassiz, BC
British Columbia · Abbotsford-Mission Metro
Agassiz is a small city in British Columbia with a population of 6,300.
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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How Agassiz Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.0°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Area | 114.9 sq mi (297.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.2330°N, 121.7693°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 38.0 m (125 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2007 | CHEHALIS LAKE, CHILLIWACK | Meteorological | 38.0 m | - | 31 km |
| 1905 | THOMPSON RIVER | Meteorological | 6.0 m | 15 | 135 km |
| 1820 | CAMANO ISLAND, WA | Meteorological | - | - | 138 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Baker (51 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 51 km |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 112 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
| Glacier Peak | Stratovolcano | 3,213 m (10,541 ft) | 1700 | 134 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
| Meager | Complex | 2,680 m (8,793 ft) | -410 | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 9.0 in | |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 6.1 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 7.0 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 10.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 8.5 in | Coldest |
Agassiz has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 34°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 67.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (10.3") and August the driest (2.2").
Schools in Agassiz
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agassiz Elementary Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Agassiz Christian School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Agassiz
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CKKS-FM 107.5 "Sonic" Chilliwack, BC | modern rock, re-branding new format | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CHWK-FM 89.5 "JR Country" Chilliwack, BC | country | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Museums in Agassiz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agassiz Harrison Museum | ||||
| CFBCHS Chilliwack Military Museum | ||||
| Chilliwack Museum | ||||
| Dicken's Sweets & British Museum | ||||
| Kilby General Store |
Libraries in Agassiz
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVRL: Agassiz Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Chilliwack Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Sardis Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Agassiz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Chilliwack Community Market | |||||
| Hofstede's Country Barn | |||||
| Market at the Coliseum |
Hotels in Agassiz
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Agassiz
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Agassiz
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Agassiz
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Agassiz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Yale Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in Agassiz
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Agassiz
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mt. Baker | 100.0 | 10 | 1,525 | $50 | November - May | - | Yes |
| Sasquatch Mountain Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Agassiz
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Abbotsford International Airport | YXX | Medium Airport |
| Acme Field | - | Small Airport |
| Bayview Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Blanchard Mountain Landing Zone | - | Small Airport |
| Butler Field | - | Small Airport |
| Chilliwack Airport | YCW | Small Airport |
| Cutty Field | - | Small Airport |
| Floathaven Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hope Airport / FVRD Regional Airpark | YHE | Small Airport |
| Kendall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lynden Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mears Field Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pretty Estates Resort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Riverside Airport | - | Small Airport |
| West Wind Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Agassiz
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Agassiz |
Treatment Centers in Agassiz
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Apollo Clinic | ||
| Joshua House Recovery Ministries |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Agassiz
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All-Saints Anglican Church | |
| United Church Agassiz |
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Bigfoot Sightings Near Agassiz
1 Bigfoot sighting reports from the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization (BFRO) found near Agassiz.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Report 7456: Unusual call silenced coyotes, frightened dog | 2003 |
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What is the population of Agassiz?
Agassiz has a population of 6,300 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 114.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Agassiz?
Agassiz has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 53.8 inches, with 39.9 inches of snow.
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