Dawson Heights, ON
Ontario · Thunder Bay Metro
Dawson Heights is a small town in Ontario with a population of 949.
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 Dawson Heights Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 37.5°F |
| 31% below US avg | |
| January Average | 6°F (-15°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 902 ft (275 m) |
| Area | 175.7 sq mi (455.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.4629°N, 89.2636°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°F (-15°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 10°F (-12°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| March | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 13°F (-10°C) | 1.6 in |
Dawson Heights has a seasonal temperature swing of 59°F / from 6°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.0").
Schools in Dawson Heights
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Five Mile Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Woodcrest Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Holy Cross Catholic Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Dawson Heights
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBC Radio One - Thunder Bay, ON (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CJUK-FM "99.9 The Bay" Thunder Bay, ON | 70s, 80s | AAC 128 kbps | |
| CILU 102.7 "LU Radio" Lakehead University - Thunder Bay, ON | campus radio, student radio | MP3 96 kbps | |
| CKTG-FM 105.3 "Country 105" Thunder Bay, ON | country | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Dawson Heights
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander Henry Museum Ship | ||||
| Oliver Paipoonge Heritage Park | ||||
| Thunder Bay Museum |
Libraries in Dawson Heights
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caution!! Blind Bend | 0.0 | |||||
| Mary J.L. Black | 0.0 | |||||
| Thunder Bay Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thunder Bay Public Library: Brodie Resource Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Waverley Resource Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dawson Heights
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goods & Co. |
Gas Stations in Dawson Heights
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Dawson Heights
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| One Time Brew Co |
Stadiums & Teams in Dawson Heights
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Dawson Heights
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamview Nordic Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Lappe Nordic Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Dawson Heights
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Thunder Bay International Airport | YQT | Medium Airport |
| Eldorado Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Kakabeka Falls Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Martin's Landing | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Dawson Heights?
Dawson Heights has a population of 949 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 175.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dawson Heights?
Dawson Heights has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 28.1 inches, with 7.8 inches of snow.
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