French Creek, BC
British Columbia
French Creek is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 1,024.
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 French Creek Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.8°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Area | 5.6 sq mi (14.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 183/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.3412°N, 124.3554°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | 72 km |
| 1958 | RIPPLE ROCK, BC | Earthquake + Landslide | 0.5 m | - | 107 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (113 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 113 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 116 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
| Meager | Complex | 2,680 m (8,793 ft) | -410 | 156 km |
| Bridge River Cones | Volcanic field | 2,500 m (8,202 ft) | Unknown | 176 km |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 6.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 6.3 in |
French Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 38°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.2") and July the driest (1.0").
Radio Stations near French Creek
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CKAY 91.7 "Coast FM" Nanaimo, BC | hits, nanaimo | 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 | |
| CFPW 95.7 "Coast FM" Powell River, BC | classic hits | AAC+ 57 kbps | |
| CJAV-FM "The Peak 93.3" Port Alberni, BC | 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 French Creek
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parksville Museum | ||||
| Qualicum Beach Museum |
Libraries in French Creek
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIRL: Parksville Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Qualicum Beach Branch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in French Creek
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Errington Farmers' Market | |||||
| Old Country Market - Goats on Roof | |||||
| Qualicum Beach Farmers Market | |||||
| Ruby's Corner Food Stand |
Gas Stations in French Creek
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in French Creek
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in French Creek
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in French Creek
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fern + Cedar Brewing Company | ||||
| Mount Arrowsmith Brewery |
Airports Near French Creek
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comox Valley International Airport / CFB Comox | YQQ | Medium Airport |
| Nanaimo Airport | YCD | Medium Airport |
| Powell River Airport | YPW | Medium Airport |
| Qualicum Beach Airport | XQU | Medium Airport |
| Alberni Valley Regional Airport | YPB | Small Airport |
| Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Courtenay Airpark | YCA | Small Airport |
| Duncan Airport | DUQ | Small Airport |
| Quamichan Lake (Raven Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sechelt-Gibsons Airport | YHS | Small Airport |
| Smit Field | - | Small Airport |
| Texada Gillies Bay Airport | YGB | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in French Creek
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catholic Church of the Ascension | |
| Our Saviour Lutheran Church | |
| Saint Anne's Anglican Church | |
| Saint Edmund's Anglican Church | |
| St. Columba Presbyterian Church |
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What is the population of French Creek?
French Creek has a population of 1,024 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 183 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in French Creek?
French Creek has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 43.6 inches.
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