Chase River, BC
British Columbia
Chase River is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 2,900.
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 Chase River 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 | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 36,250/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.1333°N, 123.9167°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 | - | 143 km |
| 1946 | BRITISH COLUMBIA | Eruption + Earthquake | 9.0 m | 1 | 109 km |
| 1891 | WASHINGTON | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.4 m | - | 130 km |
| 1958 | RIPPLE ROCK, BC | Earthquake + Landslide | 0.5 m | - | 145 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (104 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 104 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 111 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 | 159 km |
| Meager | Complex | 2,680 m (8,793 ft) | -410 | 169 km |
| Bridge River Cones | Volcanic field | 2,500 m (8,202 ft) | Unknown | 189 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 |
Chase River 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 Chase River
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chase River Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cinnabar Valley Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Chase River Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Chase River
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 Chase River
| 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 Chase River
| 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 Chase River
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Farmers Market | |||||
| Chemainus Public Market | |||||
| Gabriola Agricultural Co-op Farmers Market | |||||
| Island Roots |
Cafes in Chase River
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Chase River
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Chase River
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Chase River
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chase River
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chase River
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Chase River
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Chase River
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longwood Brewery | ||||
| Serious Brewing | ||||
| White Sails Brewery | ||||
| Wolf Brewery |
Ski Resorts Near Chase River
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dakota Ridge Recreation Site | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Chase River
13 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 |
| Sechelt-Gibsons Airport | YHS | Small Airport |
| Stuart Island Airpark | SSW | Small Airport |
| Stuart Island West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Texada Gillies Bay Airport | YGB | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Chase River
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Canada Post |
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What is the population of Chase River?
Chase River has a population of 2,900 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 36,250 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chase River?
Chase River 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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