Coombs, BC
British Columbia
Coombs is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 1,612.
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 Coombs Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.8°F |
| 13% below US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 358 ft (109 m) |
| Area | 6.9 sq mi (18.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 232/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.2996°N, 124.4195°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1946 | BRITISH COLUMBIA | Eruption + Earthquake | 9.0 m | 1 | 73 km |
| 1958 | RIPPLE ROCK, BC | Earthquake + Landslide | 0.5 m | - | 107 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (119 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 119 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 123 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 124 km |
| Meager | Complex | 2,680 m (8,793 ft) | -410 | 162 km |
| Bridge River Cones | Volcanic field | 2,500 m (8,202 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 9.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 6.4 in | |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 47°F (9°C) | 5.8 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 8.9 in |
Coombs has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 36°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 60.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.8") and July the driest (1.3").
Radio Stations near Coombs
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CKAY 91.7 "Coast FM" Nanaimo, BC | hits, nanaimo | 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 | |
| CJAV-FM "The Peak 93.3" Port Alberni, BC | 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 Coombs
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parksville Museum | ||||
| Qualicum Beach Museum |
Libraries in Coombs
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIRL: Hornby Island Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Parksville Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Qualicum Beach Branch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Coombs
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Errington Farmers' Market | |||||
| Old Country Market - Goats on Roof | |||||
| Qualicum Beach Farmers Market | |||||
| Ruby's Corner Food Stand |
Cafes in Coombs
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Coombs
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Coombs
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fern + Cedar Brewing Company | ||||
| Mount Arrowsmith Brewery |
Airports Near Coombs
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comox Valley International Airport / CFB Comox | YQQ | Medium Airport |
| Nanaimo Airport | YCD | Medium Airport |
| Powell River Airport | YPW | Medium Airport |
| Qualicum Beach Airport | XQU | Medium Airport |
| Alberni Valley Regional Airport | YPB | Small Airport |
| Bamfield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Courtenay Airpark | YCA | Small Airport |
| Duncan Airport | DUQ | Small Airport |
| Sechelt-Gibsons Airport | YHS | Small Airport |
| Smit Field | - | Small Airport |
| Texada Gillies Bay Airport | YGB | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Coombs
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Coombs | |
| Errington |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Coombs
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Grace United Church |
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UFO Sightings Near Coombs
2 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Coombs.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Coombs (canada), BC | 2002 | i live in the woods so there are no other lights around, plus tonite is overcast so there were no stars in the sky or no moon, I was ta |
| Coombs (canada), BC | 2001 | A star appears (bigger) around 8:30 and slowly moves west to behind some trees, by about 9:00 PM, it has disappeared behind. |
Frequently Asked Questions About Coombs
What is the population of Coombs?
Coombs has a population of 1,612 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 232 people per square mile, spread across 6.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Coombs?
Coombs has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 60.2 inches, with 9.3 inches of snow.
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