Gabriola, BC

British Columbia

Gabriola is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 4,500.

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

4,500 Population 20/sq mi density

50°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population4,500

Density20/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

Rain42.5 in/yr

Elevation302 ft (92 m)

Gabriola experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 302 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)

Annual Average	49.9°F
	8% below US avg
January Average	38°F (3°C)
July Average	64°F (18°C)

Geography

Elevation	302 ft (92 m)
Area	219.6 sq mi (568.8 km²)
Population Density	20/sq mi
Coordinates	49.1704°N, 123.8499°W
Timezone	America/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.5"

12% above US avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Dec) 6.89"

Driest Month (Jul) 1.02"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

297 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	128 km
Jan 8, 2015	19 km E of Tofino, Canada	M4.8	131 km
Feb 21, 2025	28 km W of Squamish, Canada	M4.8	62 km
Jan 24, 2020	46 km WNW of Neah Bay, Washington	M4.5	120 km
Mar 3, 2025	2025 Orcas Island, Washington	M4.5	99 km
Jun 24, 1997	19 km SSW of Gibsons, Canada	M4.4	18 km
Jan 23, 2001	9 km NNW of Ucluelet, Canada	M4.3	127 km
Apr 2, 1990	2 km ENE of Deming, Washington	M4.3	127 km
Feb 19, 1991	31 km E of Squamish, Canada	M4.3	100 km
Sep 21, 2002	9 km SW of Friday Harbor, Washington	M4.1	93 km
Feb 22, 1996	31 km NNE of South Pender Harbour, Canada	M4.1	81 km
Apr 3, 1990	3 km ENE of Deming, Washington	M4.0	128 km
Apr 14, 1990	2 km ESE of Deming, Washington	M4.0	127 km
Sep 26, 2024	12 km E of Saanichton, Canada	M4.0	79 km
Dec 27, 2012	12 km E of North Saanich, Canada	M4.0	72 km
Jul 1, 2009	4 km SE of Coupeville, Washington	M4.0	140 km
Nov 20, 1994	26 km N of Ucluelet, Canada	M3.9	123 km
Apr 7, 2001	36 km NNW of Neah Bay, Washington	M3.9	84 km
May 16, 2001	35 km NE of Tofino, Canada	M3.9	125 km
Mar 6, 2025	14 km SW of Blyn, Washington	M3.9	148 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

4 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	-	137 km
1946	BRITISH COLUMBIA	Eruption + Earthquake	9.0 m	1	110 km
1891	WASHINGTON	Eruption + Earthquake	2.4 m	-	133 km
1958	RIPPLE ROCK, BC	Earthquake + Landslide	0.5 m	-	145 km

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

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (97 km).

Name	Type	Elevation	Last Eruption	Distance
Garibaldi	Stratovolcano	2,678 m (8,786 ft)	-8060	97 km
Garibaldi Lake	Volcanic field	2,316 m (7,598 ft)	Unknown	105 km
Cayley Volcanic Field	Volcanic field	2,375 m (7,792 ft)	Unknown	113 km
Baker	Stratovolcano(es)	3,285 m (10,778 ft)	1880	155 km
Meager	Complex	2,680 m (8,793 ft)	-410	164 km
Bridge River Cones	Volcanic field	2,500 m (8,202 ft)	Unknown	184 km

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

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	38°F (3°C)	6.7 in	Coldest
February	40°F (5°C)	4.4 in
March	43°F (6°C)	4.1 in
April	48°F (9°C)	2.4 in
May	54°F (12°C)	2.0 in
June	59°F (15°C)	1.7 in
July	64°F (18°C)	1.0 in	Driest
August	64°F (18°C)	1.3 in	Warmest
September	58°F (15°C)	1.5 in
October	50°F (10°C)	3.9 in
November	43°F (6°C)	6.7 in
December	39°F (4°C)	6.9 in	Wettest

Gabriola has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 38°F in January to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.9") and July the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Gabriola

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Gabriola Elementary School	-	-	-	-

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Radio Stations near Gabriola

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
CKAY 91.7 "Coast FM" Nanaimo, BC	hits, nanaimo	AAC+ 57 kbps
CJSU-FM 89.7 "Sun FM" Duncan, BC	adult hits	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
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 Gabriola

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
Chemainus Valley Museum
Gabriola Museum
Harbour Heritage Centre
Ladysmith Maritime Society Museum
Ladysmith Museum
Museum of Natural History
Nanaimo Museum
Nanaimo Museum
Protection Island Museum
Vancouver Island Military Museum

Libraries in Gabriola

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
305 - Library		0.0
VIRL: Chemainus Branch		0.0
VIRL: Gabriola Island Branch		0.0
VIRL: Ladysmith Branch		0.0
VIRL: Nanaimo Harbourfront Branch		0.0
VIRL: Nanaimo North Branch		0.0
VIRL: Nanaimo Wellington Branch		0.0

Farmers Markets in Gabriola

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Cedar Farmers Market
Chemainus Public Market
Gabriola Agricultural Co-op Farmers Market
Island Roots

Cafes in Gabriola

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ground Up

Mad Rona's Coffee Bar

Clinics in Gabriola

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gabriola Medical Clinic

Gas Stations in Gabriola

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Co-op

Banks in Gabriola

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Coastal Community Credit Union

Shopping Malls in Gabriola

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Twin Beaches Mall

Breweries in Gabriola

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Longwood Brewery
Serious Brewing
White Sails Brewery
Wolf Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Gabriola

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Cypress Mountain	0.0	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Dakota Ridge Recreation Site	0.0	-	-	$0	-	-	-

Airports Near Gabriola

15 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Vancouver International Airport	YVR	Large Airport
Victoria International Airport	YYJ	Large Airport
Nanaimo Airport	YCD	Medium Airport
Powell River Airport	YPW	Medium Airport
Qualicum Beach Airport	XQU	Medium Airport
Duncan Airport	DUQ	Small Airport
Long Harbour Airport	-	Small Airport
Michell Airpark	-	Small Airport
Quamichan Lake (Raven Field) Airport	-	Small Airport
Roche Harbor Airport	RCE	Small Airport
Sechelt-Gibsons Airport	YHS	Small Airport
Squamish Airport	YSE	Small Airport
Stuart Island Airpark	SSW	Small Airport
Stuart Island West Airport	-	Small Airport
Texada Gillies Bay Airport	YGB	Small Airport

Post Offices in Gabriola

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Gabriola Island

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gabriola

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
Gabriola Fellowship Church

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Waterfalls

Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors

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Waterfalls Near Gabriola

1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Gabriola.

Name	Description
Winter Falls

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gabriola

What is the population of Gabriola?

Gabriola has a population of 4,500 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 219.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Gabriola?

Gabriola 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 64°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 42.5 inches.

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