Fauquier, BC

British Columbia

Fauquier is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 170.

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

170 Population 0/sq mi density
43°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population170
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Elevation1,529 ft (466 m)
Fauquier has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. The area receives 15.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,529 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Geography

Elevation1,529 ft (466 m)
Area1,690.0 sq mi (4,377.0 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates49.8724°N, 118.0717°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.1"
13% below US avg
Snowfall 15.6"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.70"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.17"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

48 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.7 on Aug 2, 2024.

Feb 5, 2023 British Columbia, Canada M3.9 120 km
Sep 10, 2016 23 km E of Oliver, Canada M3.9 112 km
Mar 3, 1998 16 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada M3.8 81 km
Jan 26, 1992 9 km SSE of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.7 125 km
Oct 27, 1991 21 km N of Castlegar, Canada M3.3 52 km
Aug 20, 1990 23 km NW of Nelson, Canada M3.3 46 km
Mar 3, 1998 15 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada M3.2 83 km
Feb 15, 2020 37 km ESE of Nelson, Canada M3.2 107 km
Nov 25, 2000 13 km SSE of Oroville, Washington M3.1 147 km
Nov 5, 2000 8 km NW of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.0 123 km
Mar 19, 1998 31 km SSW of Nakusp, Canada M3.0 16 km
Oct 23, 1991 21 km N of Castlegar, Canada M3.0 52 km
Dec 23, 1997 16 km ESE of Okanagan Falls, Canada M2.9 111 km
Feb 3, 1994 31 km ENE of Osoyoos, Canada M2.9 111 km
Jan 23, 2015 31 km N of Nelson, Canada M2.8 58 km
Apr 9, 1990 24 km W of Peachland, Canada M2.8 146 km
Sep 26, 2004 32 km ENE of Nelson, Canada M2.8 89 km
Feb 8, 2003 Washington M2.8 150 km
Feb 10, 2016 29 km NNW of Kimberley, Canada M2.8 142 km
Feb 24, 2016 26 km NNW of Kimberley, Canada M2.8 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 19.8 m (65 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1952 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 19.8 m - 145 km
2024 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 14.3 m - 145 km
1944 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 9.1 m - 145 km
1953 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 4.8 m - 145 km
1953 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological - - 145 km
1952 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological - - 145 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: HORNS MOUNTAIN (6,890 ac, 2018).

Year Name Acres Distance
2018 HORNS MOUNTAIN 6,890 99 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 2.3 in
March 35°F (2°C) 2.4 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.2 in
July 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in Driest
September 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
October 43°F (6°C) 2.5 in
November 33°F (0°C) 3.6 in
December 26°F (-4°C) 3.7 in Wettest

Fauquier has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 24°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.7") and August the driest (2.2").

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Radio Stations near Fauquier

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Gas Stations in Fauquier

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Independent
JS Snacks

Ski Resorts Near Fauquier

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Paulson Cross-Country Recreation Site 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Summit Lake Ski & Snowboard Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Fauquier

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Castlegar/West Kootenay Regional AirportYCGMedium Airport
Mabel Lake Airport-Small Airport
Nakusp Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Fauquier

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Fauquier

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fauquier

What is the population of Fauquier?

Fauquier has a population of 170 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,690.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Fauquier?

Fauquier has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 33.1 inches, with 15.6 inches of snow.

Nearby Cities

Central Kootenay K, BC 1,784 pop · 7.2 mi Nakusp, BC 1,589 pop · 28.7 mi Central Kootenay H, BC 5,045 pop · 29.0 mi Central Kootenay J, BC 3,517 pop · 41.2 mi Castlegar, BC 8,338 pop · 42.2 mi Central Kootenay F, BC 4,116 pop · 43.0 mi Central Kootenay C, BC 1,475 pop · 43.0 mi Central Kootenay B, BC 4,802 pop · 43.0 mi Nelson, BC 11,106 pop · 43.6 mi Lumby, BC 2,063 pop · 47.6 mi North Okanagan D, BC 2,909 pop · 49.7 mi Kaslo, BC 1,049 pop · 51.4 mi Central Kootenay D, BC 1,462 pop · 54.8 mi Coldstream, BC 11,171 pop · 55.5 mi
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