Bamfield, BC
British Columbia
Bamfield is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 251.
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 Bamfield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 625.4 sq mi (1,619.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.8358°N, 125.1402°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1946 | BRITISH COLUMBIA | Eruption + Earthquake | 9.0 m | 1 | 116 km |
| 1958 | RIPPLE ROCK, BC | Earthquake + Landslide | 0.5 m | - | 139 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (192 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 192 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 196 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 16.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 12.7 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 11.5 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 8.4 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 5.4 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 11.7 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 17.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 15.7 in |
Bamfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 39°F in January to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 112.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (17.9") and July the driest (2.2").
Radio Stations near Bamfield
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CJAV-FM "The Peak 93.3" Port Alberni, BC | adult contemporary | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Hotels in Bamfield
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bamfield
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Qualicum Beach Airport | XQU | Medium Airport |
| Tofino / Long Beach Airport | YAZ | Medium Airport |
| Alberni Valley Regional Airport | YPB | Small Airport |
| Bamfield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
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UFO Sightings Near Bamfield
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Bamfield.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Bamfield (canada), BC | 2005 | We watched a light for 6 houres drag somthing off Diana Island and ride it out over the hurison. |
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What is the population of Bamfield?
Bamfield has a population of 251 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 625.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bamfield?
Bamfield has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 112.6 inches.
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