Cedar, BC
British Columbia
Cedar is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 2,836.
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 Cedar Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.1°F |
| 9% below US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Area | 219.6 sq mi (568.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.1163°N, 123.8527°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 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 | - | 139 km |
| 1946 | BRITISH COLUMBIA | Eruption + Earthquake | 9.0 m | 1 | 114 km |
| 1891 | WASHINGTON | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.4 m | - | 127 km |
| 1958 | RIPPLE ROCK, BC | Earthquake + Landslide | 0.5 m | - | 150 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (102 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 102 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 110 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 119 km |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 154 km |
| Meager | Complex | 2,680 m (8,793 ft) | -410 | 170 km |
| Bridge River Cones | Volcanic field | 2,500 m (8,202 ft) | Unknown | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 8.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 5.3 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 8.0 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
Cedar has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 37°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 49.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.2") and July the driest (1.1").
Schools in Cedar
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Community Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cedar Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cedar
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CKAY 91.7 "Coast FM" Nanaimo, BC | hits, nanaimo | AAC+ 57 kbps | |
| CJSU-FM 89.7 "Sun FM" Duncan, BC | adult hits | AAC+ 57 kbps | |
| CHWF-FM "The Wolf 106.9" Nanaimo, BC | active rock | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CKWV-FM 102.3 "The Wave" Nanaimo, BC | hot adult contemporary | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| The Lounge CHPQ-FM 99.9 Parksville | - | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CIBH 88.5 "The Beach" Parksville, BC | adult contemporary | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CHPQ-FM "The Lounge 99.9" Parksville, BC | adult standards, classic hits | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Museums in Cedar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chemainus Valley Museum | ||||
| Gabriola Museum | ||||
| Harbour Heritage Centre | ||||
| Ladysmith Maritime Society Museum | ||||
| Ladysmith Museum | ||||
| Museum of Natural History | ||||
| Nanaimo Museum | ||||
| Nanaimo Museum | ||||
| Protection Island Museum | ||||
| Vancouver Island Military Museum |
Libraries in Cedar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 305 - Library | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Chemainus Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Gabriola Island Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Ladysmith Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Nanaimo Harbourfront Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Nanaimo North Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Nanaimo Wellington Branch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cedar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Farmers Market | |||||
| Chemainus Public Market | |||||
| Gabriola Agricultural Co-op Farmers Market | |||||
| Island Roots |
Hotels in Cedar
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Cedar
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cedar
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Cedar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longwood Brewery | ||||
| Serious Brewing | ||||
| White Sails Brewery | ||||
| Wolf Brewery |
Ski Resorts Near Cedar
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cypress Mountain | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Dakota Ridge Recreation Site | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Cedar
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vancouver International Airport | YVR | Large Airport |
| Victoria International Airport | YYJ | Large Airport |
| Nanaimo Airport | YCD | Medium Airport |
| Powell River Airport | YPW | Medium Airport |
| Qualicum Beach Airport | XQU | Medium Airport |
| Duncan Airport | DUQ | Small Airport |
| Long Harbour Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Michell Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Quamichan Lake (Raven Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Roche Harbor Airport | RCE | Small Airport |
| Sechelt-Gibsons Airport | YHS | Small Airport |
| Squamish Airport | YSE | Small Airport |
| Stuart Island Airpark | SSW | Small Airport |
| Stuart Island West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Texada Gillies Bay Airport | YGB | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Cedar
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Cedar |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cedar
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christ Church Gabriola |
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UFO Sightings Near Cedar
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Cedar.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| West morland, CA | 2006 | bright light traveling 5mi p/h 100ft from us at night made no sound |
Frequently Asked Questions About Cedar
What is the population of Cedar?
Cedar has a population of 2,836 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 219.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cedar?
Cedar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 49.9 inches.
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