Benson, SK

Saskatchewan

Benson is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 116.

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

116 Population 0/sq mi density
38°F Avg Temperature

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How Benson Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population116
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain16.8 in/yr
Elevation1,942 ft (592 m)
Benson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. Annual precipitation totals 16.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,942 feet.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-15°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average38.2°F
29% below US avg
January Average4°F (-15°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Geography

Elevation1,942 ft (592 m)
Area312.2 sq mi (808.5 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates49.4501°N, 103.0177°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.8"
56% below US avg
Snowfall 3.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.87"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M3.5 on Nov 11, 1998.

Nov 11, 1998 10 km SW of Grenora, North Dakota M3.5 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Wildfire History

12 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: LOSTWOOD WILDERNESS 2015 (6,837 ac, 2015).

Year Name Acres Distance
2015 LOSTWOOD WILDERNESS 2015 6,837 98 km
2005 H RX 05 WILD 5,644 97 km
1986 WILDERNESS 5,615 97 km
1997 WILDERNESS 5,556 97 km
2006 HB 35 2,164 93 km
1987 TEAL 1,470 99 km
2001 HB 35 1,441 95 km
1992 TEAL SLOUGH 1,215 99 km
2017 NDDLR FY17 RX HB 35 1,206 94 km
1997 HB 35 1,180 95 km
1992 THOMP LAKE 1,086 98 km
2006 RX-HFR-06-NORTHLOSTWOOD 1,085 98 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 4°F (-15°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 0.8 in
April 40°F (5°C) 1.1 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
June 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in Wettest
July 67°F (19°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.1 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in
October 42°F (6°C) 1.0 in
November 24°F (-5°C) 0.7 in
December 10°F (-12°C) 0.8 in

Benson has a seasonal temperature swing of 62°F / from 4°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (0.6").

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Radio Stations near Benson

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJSL "CJ-1150" Estevan SK country AAC+ 63 kbps
CHSN-FM "Sun 102.3" Estevan, SK hot adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
CKSE 106.1 "Rock 106" Estevan, SK mainstream rock AAC+ 64 kbps

Airports Near Benson

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Estevan AirportYENMedium Airport
Arcola Airport-Small Airport
Blue Sky Airport-Small Airport
Brigden Field-Small Airport
Bryant Airport-Small Airport
Carlyle Airport-Small Airport
Columbus Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Crosby Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Estevan (South) Airport-Small Airport
Fillmore Airport-Small Airport
Kipling Airport-Small Airport
Lampman Airport-Small Airport
Lampman/Spitfire Air Airport-Small Airport
Strom Private Airport-Small Airport
Troy Field-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Benson

What is the population of Benson?

Benson has a population of 116 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 312.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Benson?

Benson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 4°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 16.8 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow.

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