Big River, NB
New Brunswick
Big River is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 791.
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 Big River Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.0°F |
| 28% below US avg | |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 35.4 sq mi (91.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.5786°N, 65.6740°W |
| Timezone | America/Moncton |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°F (-12°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 14°F (-10°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| March | 24°F (-4°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 33°F (0°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 19°F (-7°C) | 3.8 in |
Big River has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 11°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.6").
Radio Stations near Big River
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHNC-FM 107.1 New Carlisle, 99.1 Carleton, 99.3 Gaspe, 98.1 Chandler, 107.3 Perce, 106.7 Riviere-au-Renaud, QC | - | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Big River
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nepisiguit Museum |
Libraries in Big River
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mgr. Robichaud Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Petit-Rocher Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Smurfit-Stone Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Big River
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmer's Market |
Gas Stations in Big River
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Big River
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Barrels Brewing |
Airports Near Big River
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bathurst Airport | ZBF | Medium Airport |
| Bonaventure Airport | YVB | Medium Airport |
| Charlo Airport | YCL | Medium Airport |
| Miramichi Airport | YCH | Medium Airport |
| Sevogle Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Big River?
Big River has a population of 791 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 35.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Big River?
Big River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 42.1 inches, with 20.2 inches of snow.
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