Black River-Hardwicke, NB

New Brunswick

Black River-Hardwicke is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 1,067.

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

1,067 Population 6/sq mi density
40°F Avg Temperature

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How Black River-Hardwicke Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,067
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Black River-Hardwicke has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. The area receives 19.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.3°F
25% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area194.9 sq mi (504.8 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates47.0212°N, 65.2076°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.3"
17% above US avg
Snowfall 19.1"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.29"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.03"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

43 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 3, 2024.

Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 106 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 106 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 106 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 103 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 139 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 96 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 106 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 103 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 77 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 93 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 106 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 96 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 106 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 51 km
Jul 3, 2024 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada M3.1 83 km
Jan 2, 2013 75 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.0 98 km
Aug 21, 2015 63 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.0 86 km
Apr 22, 2016 New Brunswick, Canada M2.9 84 km
Jun 20, 2013 65 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M2.9 97 km
Jul 18, 2010 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 229 km
2003 Juan Category 2 157 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 3.0 in Driest
March 26°F (-4°C) 3.7 in
April 37°F (3°C) 3.5 in
May 49°F (9°C) 3.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
July 65°F (18°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 4.1 in
December 20°F (-6°C) 4.3 in Wettest

Black River-Hardwicke has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 14°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (3.0").

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Schools in Black River-Hardwicke

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Miramichi Rural School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Black River-Hardwicke

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHHI-FM "Rewind 95.9" Miramichi, NB classic hits, re-branding new format AAC 131 kbps

Airports Near Black River-Hardwicke

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bathurst AirportZBFMedium Airport
Miramichi AirportYCHMedium Airport
Bouctouche Airport-Small Airport
Pokemouche Airport-Small Airport

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UFO Sightings
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UFO Sightings Near Black River-Hardwicke

4 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Black River-Hardwicke.

Name Year Description
Miramichi (canada), NB 2013 Yellowish orange light sphere seen floating in night sky.
Miramichi (canada), NB 2012 Advent amateur astronomer witnessed phenomenon
Miramichi (canada), NB 2011 saw orange glowing flying very low and slow&#44changed direction and climbed out of sight
Miramichi (canada), NB 2010 Triangle ufo seen flying of the city of miramichi&#44 3 lights on on the edges and a search light in the center

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What is the population of Black River-Hardwicke?

Black River-Hardwicke has a population of 1,067 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 194.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Black River-Hardwicke?

Black River-Hardwicke has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 44.3 inches, with 19.1 inches of snow.

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