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

1,024 Population 183/sq mi density
50°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population1,024
Density183/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
French Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.5 km²)
Population Density183/sq mi
Coordinates49.3412°N, 124.3554°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.6"
15% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 7.17"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.02"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

176 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 96 km
Feb 21, 2025 28 km W of Squamish, Canada M4.8 70 km
Aug 1, 2000 40 km NNW of Tofino, Canada M4.6 129 km
Jan 24, 2020 46 km WNW of Neah Bay, Washington M4.5 107 km
Mar 3, 2025 2025 Orcas Island, Washington M4.5 139 km
Jun 24, 1997 19 km SSW of Gibsons, Canada M4.4 55 km
Jan 23, 2001 9 km NNW of Ucluelet, Canada M4.3 96 km
Feb 19, 1991 31 km E of Squamish, Canada M4.3 124 km
Sep 21, 2002 9 km SW of Friday Harbor, Washington M4.1 131 km
Feb 22, 1996 31 km NNE of South Pender Harbour, Canada M4.1 70 km
May 8, 1999 17 km NW of Tofino, Canada M4.0 125 km
Dec 25, 1999 40 km SW of Ucluelet, Canada M4.0 135 km
Dec 27, 2012 12 km E of North Saanich, Canada M4.0 111 km
Sep 26, 2024 12 km E of Saanichton, Canada M4.0 117 km
Apr 7, 2001 36 km NNW of Neah Bay, Washington M3.9 78 km
May 16, 2001 35 km NE of Tofino, Canada M3.9 86 km
Nov 20, 1994 26 km N of Ucluelet, Canada M3.9 88 km
Sep 5, 2017 9 km NNE of Ucluelet, Canada M3.8 89 km
Dec 11, 1999 10 km NNE of Oak Bay, Canada M3.7 121 km
Aug 19, 2025 17 km NNW of Sekiu, Washington M3.7 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

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
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

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").

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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

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Parksville Museum
Qualicum Beach Museum

Libraries in French Creek

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
VIRL: Parksville Branch0.0
VIRL: Qualicum Beach Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in French Creek

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
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

Shell

Gyms in French Creek

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

KIS

Golf Courses in French Creek

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Morningstar Golf Club

Breweries in French Creek

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Fern + Cedar Brewing Company
Mount Arrowsmith Brewery

Airports Near French Creek

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Comox Valley International Airport / CFB ComoxYQQMedium Airport
Nanaimo AirportYCDMedium Airport
Powell River AirportYPWMedium Airport
Qualicum Beach AirportXQUMedium Airport
Alberni Valley Regional AirportYPBSmall Airport
Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport-Small Airport
Courtenay AirparkYCASmall Airport
Duncan AirportDUQSmall Airport
Quamichan Lake (Raven Field) Airport-Small Airport
Sechelt-Gibsons AirportYHSSmall Airport
Smit Field-Small Airport
Texada Gillies Bay AirportYGBSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in French Creek

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
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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