Dashwood, BC
British Columbia
Dashwood is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 982.
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 Dashwood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.0°F |
| 9% below US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 256 ft (78 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,386/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.3663°N, 124.5195°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 | 63 km |
| 1958 | RIPPLE ROCK, BC | Earthquake + Landslide | 0.5 m | - | 97 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (122 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 122 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 122 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 126 km |
| Meager | Complex | 2,680 m (8,793 ft) | -410 | 158 km |
| Bridge River Cones | Volcanic field | 2,500 m (8,202 ft) | Unknown | 178 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 8.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 5.6 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 5.5 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 7.7 in |
Dashwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 37°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 52.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.7") and July the driest (1.0").
Radio Stations near Dashwood
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CFCP 98.9 "Jet FM" Courtenay, BC | active rock | 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 | |
| CFPW 95.7 "Coast FM" Powell River, BC | classic hits | AAC+ 57 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 | |
| CKLR-FM 97.3 "The Eagle" Courtenay, BC | hot adult contemporary | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Museums in Dashwood
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qualicum Beach Museum |
Libraries in Dashwood
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIRL: Bowser Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Hornby Island Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Parksville Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Qualicum Beach Branch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dashwood
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Errington Farmers' Market | |||||
| Old Country Market - Goats on Roof | |||||
| Qualicum Beach Farmers Market |
Hotels in Dashwood
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Dashwood
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Dashwood
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dashwood
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Dashwood
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Dashwood
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fern + Cedar Brewing Company | ||||
| Mount Arrowsmith Brewery |
Airports Near Dashwood
10 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 |
| Smit Field | - | Small Airport |
| Texada Gillies Bay Airport | YGB | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Dashwood?
Dashwood has a population of 982 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 3,386 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dashwood?
Dashwood has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 52.2 inches.
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