Fairwinds, BC

British Columbia

Fairwinds is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 1,147.

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

1,147 Population 107/sq mi density
48°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population1,147
Density107/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Fairwinds experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area10.7 sq mi (27.7 km²)
Population Density107/sq mi
Coordinates49.2759°N, 124.1278°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.6"
33% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 8.11"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

216 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.7 on Aug 19, 2025.

Jan 8, 2015 19 km E of Tofino, Canada M4.8 111 km
Feb 21, 2025 28 km W of Squamish, Canada M4.8 63 km
Aug 1, 2000 40 km NNW of Tofino, Canada M4.6 147 km
Mar 3, 2025 2025 Orcas Island, Washington M4.5 122 km
Jan 24, 2020 46 km WNW of Neah Bay, Washington M4.5 112 km
Jun 24, 1997 19 km SSW of Gibsons, Canada M4.4 37 km
Feb 19, 1991 31 km E of Squamish, Canada M4.3 112 km
Jan 23, 2001 9 km NNW of Ucluelet, Canada M4.3 109 km
Apr 2, 1990 2 km ENE of Deming, Washington M4.3 150 km
Feb 22, 1996 31 km NNE of South Pender Harbour, Canada M4.1 71 km
Sep 21, 2002 9 km SW of Friday Harbor, Washington M4.1 114 km
May 8, 1999 17 km NW of Tofino, Canada M4.0 141 km
Dec 25, 1999 40 km SW of Ucluelet, Canada M4.0 145 km
Dec 27, 2012 12 km E of North Saanich, Canada M4.0 94 km
Sep 26, 2024 12 km E of Saanichton, Canada M4.0 101 km
Apr 7, 2001 36 km NNW of Neah Bay, Washington M3.9 79 km
May 16, 2001 35 km NE of Tofino, Canada M3.9 103 km
Nov 20, 1994 26 km N of Ucluelet, Canada M3.9 103 km
Sep 5, 2017 9 km NNE of Ucluelet, Canada M3.8 102 km
Dec 11, 1999 10 km NNE of Oak Bay, Canada M3.7 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

3 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 87 km
1891 WASHINGTON Eruption + Earthquake 2.4 m - 149 km
1958 RIPPLE ROCK, BC Earthquake + Landslide 0.5 m - 123 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (103 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Garibaldi Stratovolcano 2,678 m (8,786 ft) -8060 103 km
Garibaldi Lake Volcanic field 2,316 m (7,598 ft) Unknown 109 km
Cayley Volcanic Field Volcanic field 2,375 m (7,792 ft) Unknown 112 km
Meager Complex 2,680 m (8,793 ft) -410 157 km
Bridge River Cones Volcanic field 2,500 m (8,202 ft) Unknown 177 km
Baker Stratovolcano(es) 3,285 m (10,778 ft) 1880 178 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 8.1 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 5.4 in
March 42°F (5°C) 4.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in
June 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.1 in Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 1.5 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 1.6 in
October 49°F (9°C) 4.7 in
November 42°F (5°C) 8.1 in Wettest
December 37°F (3°C) 8.0 in

Fairwinds has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 37°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.1") and July the driest (1.1").

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Radio Stations near Fairwinds

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKAY 91.7 "Coast FM" Nanaimo, BC hits, nanaimo AAC+ 57 kbps
CJSU-FM 89.7 "Sun FM" Duncan, BC adult hits 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
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 Fairwinds

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museum of Natural History
Nanaimo Museum
Nanaimo Museum
Parksville Museum
Protection Island Museum
Vancouver Island Military Museum

Libraries in Fairwinds

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
305 - Library0.0
VIRL: Nanaimo Harbourfront Branch0.0
VIRL: Nanaimo North Branch0.0
VIRL: Nanaimo Wellington Branch0.0
VIRL: Parksville Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Fairwinds

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Errington Farmers' Market
Island Roots
Ruby's Corner Food Stand

Cafes in Fairwinds

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nanoose Bay Cafe Coffeeshop
Tim Hortons

Gas Stations in Fairwinds

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Golf Courses in Fairwinds

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fairwinds Golf Club

Breweries in Fairwinds

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Longwood Brewery
Mount Arrowsmith Brewery
White Sails Brewery
Wolf Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Fairwinds

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Dakota Ridge Recreation Site 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Fairwinds

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Victoria International AirportYYJLarge Airport
Nanaimo AirportYCDMedium Airport
Powell River AirportYPWMedium Airport
Qualicum Beach AirportXQUMedium Airport
Duncan AirportDUQSmall Airport
Long Harbour Airport-Small Airport
Michell Airpark-Small Airport
Quamichan Lake (Raven Field) Airport-Small Airport
Sechelt-Gibsons AirportYHSSmall Airport
Texada Gillies Bay AirportYGBSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fairwinds

What is the population of Fairwinds?

Fairwinds has a population of 1,147 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 107 people per square mile, spread across 10.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Fairwinds?

Fairwinds has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 50.6 inches.

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