Britannia Beach, BC
British Columbia · Vancouver Metro
Britannia Beach is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 384.
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 Britannia Beach Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.1°F |
| 20% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 131 ft (40 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,840/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.6274°N, 123.2048°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | - | 88 km |
| 1946 | BRITISH COLUMBIA | Eruption + Earthquake | 9.0 m | 1 | 126 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (29 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 29 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 37 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 55 km |
| Meager | Complex | 2,680 m (8,793 ft) | -410 | 114 km |
| Bridge River Cones | Volcanic field | 2,500 m (8,202 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 138 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-0°C) | 11.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 7.7 in | |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 7.5 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 5.9 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 53°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 9.1 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 13.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 10.8 in |
Britannia Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 31°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 82.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (13.6") and July the driest (2.4").
Radio Stations near Britannia Beach
18 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80's New Wave Radio | 80's, alternative | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CBC Music Pacific (Vancouver) MP3 Stream | blues, classical | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CBC Radio One - Vancouver, BC (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKYE-FM 93.1 "Red FM" Vancouver, BC | 13 languages, multicultural | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| CJVB-AM 1470 "Fairchild Radio" Vancouver, BC | multicultural, multilingual | AAC 50 kbps | |
| CHKG-FM 96.1 "Fairchild Radio" Vancouver, BC | multicultural, multilingual | AAC 50 kbps | |
| SHER E PUNJAB AM 600 | abbotsford, punjab | AAC 96 kbps | |
| CIWV-FM "Wave 98.3" Vancouver, BC | smooth jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CJJR 93.7 "JR Country" Vancouver, BC | country | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CHLG-FM 104.3 "The Breeze" - Vancouver, BC | new format rebranding, soft adult contemporary | AAC 132 kbps | |
| CITR - University of British Columbia | campus radio, eclectic | AAC | |
| Ritmo X99 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RED FM | media discussion, punjabi | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Emily.ca - Emily Carr University of Art & Design - Vancouver, BC | campus radio, student radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| La Bonita X101 | 2000s, 60s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Première (Colombie-Britannique-Yukon, Grand Nord) Vancouver, BC | radio publique | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Musique (Colombie-Britannique-Yukon, Grand Nord) Vancouver, BC | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| CJNY-FM 106.3 "The Journey" Vancouver, BC | classic hits, community radio | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Britannia Beach
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowen Island Historians Museum and Archive | ||||
| Railway Museum of British Columbia | ||||
| The Britannia Mine Museum |
Libraries in Britannia Beach
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowen Island Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Squamish Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Britannia Beach
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home Farm | |||||
| Refresh Market |
Cafes in Britannia Beach
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Britannia Beach
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A-Frame Brewing | ||||
| Backcountry Brewing | ||||
| Cliffside Cider | ||||
| Howe Sound Brewing | ||||
| Northyards Cider Co. |
Ski Resorts Near Britannia Beach
9 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mt Seymour | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Grouse Mountain | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Cypress Mountain | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Dakota Ridge Recreation Site | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Whistler Blackcomb | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Blackcomb Tube Park | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Old Blackcomb Halfpipe | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Biathlon Range | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ski Callaghan | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Britannia Beach
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vancouver International Airport | YVR | Large Airport |
| Boundary Bay Airport | YDT | Medium Airport |
| Langley Airport | YLY | Medium Airport |
| Nanaimo Airport | YCD | Medium Airport |
| Pitt Meadows Regional Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Delta Heritage Air Park | - | Small Airport |
| Fort Langley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Horse Fly Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Intergalactic Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Lynden Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Meadow Mist Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pemberton Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Point Roberts Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Sechelt-Gibsons Airport | YHS | Small Airport |
| Squamish Airport | YSE | Small Airport |
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Waterfalls Near Britannia Beach
3 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Britannia Beach.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Mineral Creek Falls | Height: 18 |
| Thistle Creek Falls | |
| Woodfibre Falls |
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What is the population of Britannia Beach?
Britannia Beach has a population of 384 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 3,840 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Britannia Beach?
Britannia Beach has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 116.3 inches, with 335.3 inches of snow.
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