Elko, BC

British Columbia

Elko is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 163.

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

163 Population 28/sq mi density
40°F Avg Temperature

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How Elko Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population163
Density28/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain28.0 in/yr
Elevation3,104 ft (946 m)
Elko has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,104 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.3°F
25% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Geography

Elevation3,104 ft (946 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.1 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates49.2974°N, 115.1107°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.0"
26% below US avg
Snowfall 13.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.39"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

73 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M2.7 on Sep 30, 2024.

Dec 22, 1998 Idaho-Montana border region M4.7 145 km
Mar 4, 2000 35 km S of Pincher Creek, Canada M4.6 80 km
Mar 22, 2006 8 km SSW of Rexford, Montana M4.3 53 km
May 2, 1995 2 km NW of Kila, Montana M4.1 137 km
Jun 29, 1995 2 km NNW of Kila, Montana M4.1 137 km
Jan 20, 1998 15 km SSE of Happys Inn, Montana M4.0 149 km
Feb 5, 2023 British Columbia, Canada M3.9 115 km
Feb 28, 2000 10 km NNE of Sparwood, Canada M3.8 62 km
May 2, 1995 3 km WNW of Kila, Montana M3.8 137 km
Aug 19, 1999 12 km ENE of Happys Inn, Montana M3.7 131 km
Apr 11, 2015 5 km NW of Columbia Falls, Montana M3.5 118 km
Dec 15, 2012 19 km S of Troy, Montana M3.4 125 km
May 14, 2014 5 km NE of Happys Inn, Montana M3.4 131 km
Nov 21, 1992 Western Montana M3.4 115 km
May 25, 1995 1 km N of Kila, Montana M3.4 138 km
Jun 30, 1995 3 km NW of Kila, Montana M3.4 137 km
May 25, 1995 2 km NW of Kila, Montana M3.4 137 km
May 3, 1995 4 km WNW of Kila, Montana M3.3 136 km
Feb 14, 2012 6 km ESE of Stryker, Montana M3.3 78 km
May 20, 1995 4 km W of Kila, Montana M3.3 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: WEDGE CANYON (51,987 ac, 2003).

Year Name Acres Distance
2003 WEDGE CANYON 51,987 69 km
1988 RED BENCH 33,845 84 km
2017 CARIBOU 28,101 40 km
2017 WEST FORK 21,154 94 km
2021 SOUTH YAAK 12,866 97 km
1988 DRY FORK 11,403 95 km
2000 STONE YOUNG (STONE HILL) 11,279 56 km
1994 NORTH FORK COMPLEX (ADAIR II) 10,329 98 km
1994 NORTH FORK COMPLEX (STARVATION) 8,990 68 km
2000 KOOTENAI COMPLEX (UPPER BEAVER) 8,783 60 km
1994 KOOCANUSA COMPLEX (NORTH FORK BIG CREEK) 8,475 66 km
2015 MARSTON 7,587 65 km
2018 DAVIS 7,103 68 km
1991 UNNAMED 7,096 89 km
2018 GOLD HILL 6,780 85 km
2017 UNNAMED 6,755 56 km
2000 STONE YOUNG (CLIFF POINT) 6,648 62 km
2017 GIBRALTER RIDGE 6,299 52 km
2022 WEASEL 5,752 45 km
2000 STONE YOUNG (LYDIA) 5,649 66 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 2.0 in
March 32°F (-0°C) 2.0 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.7 in
June 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.0 in
August 61°F (16°C) 1.6 in Warmest, Driest
September 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
October 42°F (5°C) 2.1 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 3.4 in Wettest
December 21°F (-6°C) 2.9 in

Elko has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 18°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.4") and August the driest (1.6").

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Museums in Elko

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fernie Museum

Libraries in Elko

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Fernie Heritage Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Elko

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fernie Mountain Market

Gas Stations in Elko

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kal Tire

Breweries in Elko

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Fernie Brewing Company

Ski Resorts Near Elko

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Castle Mountain Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fernie Alpine Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Island Lake Cat Skiing 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Elko

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International AirportYXCMedium Airport
Crystal Lakes Resort Airport-Small Airport
Eureka Airport-Small Airport
Lionel P. Demers Memorial Airpark-Small Airport
Moose City Airport-Small Airport
North Fork Airport-Small Airport
Searight Airport-Small Airport
Sparwood Elk Valley Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Elko

What is the population of Elko?

Elko has a population of 163 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Elko?

Elko has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 28.0 inches, with 13.0 inches of snow.

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