Furry Creek, BC

British Columbia · Vancouver Metro

Furry Creek is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 270.

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

270 Population 2,700/sq mi density
43°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population270
Density2,700/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain116.3 in/yr
Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Furry Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 116.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 335.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 522 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Geography

Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density2,700/sq mi
Coordinates49.5831°N, 123.2113°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 116.3"
206% above US avg
Snowfall 335.3"
Wettest Month (Nov) 13.62"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

215 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M2.9 on Aug 21, 2025.

Apr 14, 1990 4 km ENE of Deming, Washington M5.0 112 km
Feb 21, 2025 28 km W of Squamish, Canada M4.8 27 km
Mar 3, 2025 2025 Orcas Island, Washington M4.5 112 km
Jun 24, 1997 19 km SSW of Gibsons, Canada M4.4 49 km
Feb 19, 1991 31 km E of Squamish, Canada M4.3 37 km
Apr 2, 1990 2 km ENE of Deming, Washington M4.3 112 km
Feb 22, 1996 31 km NNE of South Pender Harbour, Canada M4.1 61 km
Sep 21, 2002 9 km SW of Friday Harbor, Washington M4.1 122 km
Apr 3, 1990 3 km ENE of Deming, Washington M4.0 112 km
Apr 14, 1990 2 km ESE of Deming, Washington M4.0 113 km
Dec 27, 2012 12 km E of North Saanich, Canada M4.0 104 km
Sep 26, 2024 12 km E of Saanichton, Canada M4.0 112 km
Apr 7, 2001 36 km NNW of Neah Bay, Washington M3.9 149 km
Mar 17, 2004 3 km SW of Clear Lake, Washington M3.8 144 km
Dec 11, 1999 10 km NNE of Oak Bay, Canada M3.7 116 km
Feb 14, 2025 16 km SSE of Victoria, Canada M3.7 144 km
Feb 8, 2011 7 km WNW of Friday Harbor, Washington M3.6 114 km
May 23, 1990 1 km E of Deming, Washington M3.6 112 km
Oct 4, 2024 22 km NNE of Ganges, Canada M3.6 61 km
Apr 14, 1990 2 km E of Deming, Washington M3.6 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 38.0 m (125 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2007 CHEHALIS LAKE, CHILLIWACK Meteorological 38.0 m - 88 km
1946 BRITISH COLUMBIA Eruption + Earthquake 9.0 m 1 127 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (33 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Garibaldi Stratovolcano 2,678 m (8,786 ft) -8060 33 km
Garibaldi Lake Volcanic field 2,316 m (7,598 ft) Unknown 42 km
Cayley Volcanic Field Volcanic field 2,375 m (7,792 ft) Unknown 60 km
Meager Complex 2,680 m (8,793 ft) -410 118 km
Baker Stratovolcano(es) 3,285 m (10,778 ft) 1880 136 km
Bridge River Cones Volcanic field 2,500 m (8,202 ft) Unknown 136 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-0°C) 11.7 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 7.7 in
March 37°F (3°C) 7.5 in
April 41°F (5°C) 5.9 in
May 48°F (9°C) 4.5 in
June 53°F (11°C) 3.6 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.1 in
October 46°F (8°C) 9.1 in
November 37°F (3°C) 13.6 in Wettest
December 32°F (0°C) 10.8 in

Furry Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 31°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 82.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (13.6") and July the driest (2.4").

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Radio Stations near Furry Creek

18 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
80's New Wave Radio 80's, alternative MP3 128 kbps
CBC Music Pacific (Vancouver) MP3 Stream blues, classical MP3 128 kbps
CBC Radio One - Vancouver, BC (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CKYE-FM 93.1 "Red FM" Vancouver, BC 13 languages, multicultural AAC+ 32 kbps
CJVB-AM 1470 "Fairchild Radio" Vancouver, BC multicultural, multilingual AAC 50 kbps
CHKG-FM 96.1 "Fairchild Radio" Vancouver, BC multicultural, multilingual AAC 50 kbps
SHER E PUNJAB AM 600 abbotsford, punjab AAC 96 kbps
CIWV-FM "Wave 98.3" Vancouver, BC smooth jazz MP3 128 kbps
CJJR 93.7 "JR Country" Vancouver, BC country AAC+ 48 kbps
CHLG-FM 104.3 "The Breeze" - Vancouver, BC new format rebranding, soft adult contemporary AAC 132 kbps
CITR - University of British Columbia campus radio, eclectic AAC
Ritmo X99 - MP3 128 kbps
RED FM media discussion, punjabi AAC+ 32 kbps
Radio Emily.ca - Emily Carr University of Art & Design - Vancouver, BC campus radio, student radio MP3 192 kbps
La Bonita X101 2000s, 60s MP3 128 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Colombie-Britannique-Yukon, Grand Nord) Vancouver, BC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique (Colombie-Britannique-Yukon, Grand Nord) Vancouver, BC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CJNY-FM 106.3 "The Journey" Vancouver, BC classic hits, community radio AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Furry Creek

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bowen Island Historians Museum and Archive
Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre
MONOVA: Archives of North Vancouver
Railway Museum of British Columbia
The Britannia Mine Museum

Libraries in Furry Creek

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bowen Island Public Library0.0
NVDPL: Capilano Branch0.0
NVDPL: Lynn Valley0.0
NVDPL: Lynn Valley0.0
Squamish Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Furry Creek

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Home Farm
Refresh Market

Golf Courses in Furry Creek

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Furry Creek Golf and Country Club

Breweries in Furry Creek

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
A-Frame Brewing
Backcountry Brewing
Cliffside Cider
Howe Sound Brewing
Northyards Cider Co.
Riley's Cidery

Ski Resorts Near Furry Creek

9 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mt Seymour 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Grouse Mountain 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Cypress Mountain 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Dakota Ridge Recreation Site 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Whistler Blackcomb 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Blackcomb Tube Park 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Old Blackcomb Halfpipe 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Biathlon Range 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ski Callaghan 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Furry Creek

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Vancouver International AirportYVRLarge Airport
Boundary Bay AirportYDTMedium Airport
Langley AirportYLYMedium Airport
Nanaimo AirportYCDMedium Airport
Pitt Meadows Regional Airport-Medium Airport
Cutty Field-Small Airport
Delta Heritage Air Park-Small Airport
Fort Langley Airport-Small Airport
Horse Fly Airport-Small Airport
Intergalactic Aerodrome-Small Airport
Long Harbour Airport-Small Airport
Meadow Mist Airport-Small Airport
Pemberton Regional Airport-Small Airport
Point Roberts Airpark-Small Airport
Sechelt-Gibsons AirportYHSSmall Airport
Squamish AirportYSESmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Furry Creek

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
North Shore Women's Support Recovery Home

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Waterfalls
3
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Waterfalls Near Furry Creek

3 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Furry Creek.

Name Description
Crack Falls
Phi Alpha Falls
Potlatch Falls

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Frequently Asked Questions About Furry Creek

What is the population of Furry Creek?

Furry Creek has a population of 270 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 2,700 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Furry Creek?

Furry Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 116.3 inches, with 335.3 inches of snow.

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