East Sooke, BC
British Columbia · Victoria Metro
East Sooke is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 1,500.
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 East Sooke Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.6°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 171 ft (52 m) |
| Area | 21.9 sq mi (56.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 69/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.3664°N, 123.6836°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.4 m (8 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1891 | WASHINGTON | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.4 m | - | 43 km |
| 1949 | PUGET SOUND, WA | Meteorological | 2.4 m | - | 146 km |
| 1820 | CAMANO ISLAND, WA | Meteorological | - | - | 104 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Baker (145 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 145 km |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 172 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 181 km |
| Glacier Peak | Stratovolcano | 3,213 m (10,541 ft) | 1700 | 193 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 9.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 6.8 in | |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 5.9 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 10.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 9.8 in |
East Sooke has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 36°F in January to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 61.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (10.2") and July the driest (1.1").
Schools in East Sooke
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saseenos Elementary | - | - | - | - |
| Edward Milne Community School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near East Sooke
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBC Radio One - Victoria, BC (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CJSU-FM 89.7 "Sun FM" Duncan, BC | adult hits | AAC+ 57 kbps |
Museums in East Sooke
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JOYCE MUSEUM SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 50883 HIGHWAY 112 | 3604575390 | |
| Metchosin Pioneer Museum | ||||
| Metchosin School Museum | ||||
| Sooke Region Museum |
Libraries in East Sooke
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GVPL: Central Saanich Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Goudy Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Juan de Fuca Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Langford Heritage Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Sooke Branch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in East Sooke
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metchosin Farmers Market | |||||
| Peninsula Country Market | |||||
| Sooke Country Market | |||||
| Sooke Night Market |
Cafes in East Sooke
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in East Sooke
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in East Sooke
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angeles Brewing Supplies | Brewers | 103 W 1st St | 3604571921 | |
| Bad Dog Brewing Company | ||||
| Twin Peaks Brewing & Malting | Brewers | 2506 W 19th St | 3604522802 | |
| V2V Black Hops Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in East Sooke
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near East Sooke
35 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Victoria International Airport | YYJ | Large Airport |
| Boundary Bay Airport | YDT | Medium Airport |
| Friday Harbor Airport | FRD | Medium Airport |
| Nanaimo Airport | YCD | Medium Airport |
| William R Fairchild International Airport | CLM | Medium Airport |
| Big Andy Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Blue Heron Field | - | Small Airport |
| Blue Ribbon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Burden Field-(Rabbit Run) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Clam Harbor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Crane Island Airstrip | CKR | Small Airport |
| Crow Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Delta Heritage Air Park | - | Small Airport |
| Duncan Airport | DUQ | Small Airport |
| Forks Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Friday West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grand View International Airport | - | Small Airport |
| King Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lawson Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Long Harbour Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lopez Island Airport | LPS | Small Airport |
| Michell Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Point Roberts Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Port Angeles Cgas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Quamichan Lake (Raven Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rake's Glen Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Roche Harbor Airport | RCE | Small Airport |
| Rucilla's Roost Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sekiu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sequim Valley Airport | SQV | Small Airport |
| Shaw Island AIrport | - | Small Airport |
| Stuart Island Airpark | SSW | Small Airport |
| Stuart Island West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Waldron Airstrip | WDN | Small Airport |
| Wilding Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in East Sooke
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| True Star Behavioral Health | Substance Abuse | 360-417-2282 x0 |
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UFO Sightings Near East Sooke
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near East Sooke.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| East sooke (canada), BC | 2011 | Bright white/blue light moving in fluid manner above us... then shot up towards the stars |
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What is the population of East Sooke?
East Sooke has a population of 1,500 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 69 people per square mile, spread across 21.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in East Sooke?
East Sooke has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 61.3 inches.
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