French River / Rivière des Français, ON
Ontario
French River / Rivière des Français is a small town in Ontario with a population of 2,828.
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 River / Rivière des Français Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.2°F |
| 26% below US avg | |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 741 ft (226 m) |
| Area | 277.2 sq mi (717.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.1489°N, 80.5003°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1855 | OWEN SOUND, LAKE HURON | Unknown | 2.7 m | - | 134 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°F (-12°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 13°F (-10°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 24°F (-5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 33°F (1°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 19°F (-7°C) | 3.3 in |
French River / Rivière des Français has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 11°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.3").
Schools in French River / Rivière des Français
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École séparée Saint-Antoine | - | - | - | - |
| École secondaire de la Rivière-des-Français | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near French River / Rivière des Français
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBC Radio One - Sudbury, ON (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CJRQ-FM "92.7 Rock" Sudbury, ON | mainstream rock, rogers media | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CJMX-FM "KISS 105.3" Sudbury, ON | hot adult contemporary, rogers media | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Première (Nord de l'Ontario) Sudbury, ON | radio publique | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Musique (Nord de l'Ontario) Sudbury, ON | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps |
Libraries in French River / Rivière des Français
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noelville Public Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in French River / Rivière des Français
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in French River / Rivière des Français
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in French River / Rivière des Français
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near French River / Rivière des Français
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Former Nordic Ski Hill | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Adanac Ski Hill | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near French River / Rivière des Français
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sudbury Airport | YSB | Medium Airport |
| Alban Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Arnstein Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dominion Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Lumsden Air Park | - | Small Airport |
| Sudbury / Coniston Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in French River / Rivière des Français
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Canada Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in French River / Rivière des Français
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Paroisse St David |
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What is the population of French River / Rivière des Français?
French River / Rivière des Français has a population of 2,828 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 277.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in French River / Rivière des Français?
French River / Rivière des Français has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 37.5 inches, with 14.7 inches of snow.
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