Jaffray, BC

British Columbia

Jaffray is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 554.

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

554 Population 95/sq mi density
40°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population554
Density95/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain27.6 in/yr
Elevation2,772 ft (845 m)
Jaffray has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,772 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)

Geography

Elevation2,772 ft (845 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.1 km²)
Population Density95/sq mi
Coordinates49.3832°N, 115.3020°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.6"
27% below US avg
Snowfall 12.5"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.23"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

56 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.7 on Sep 30, 2024.

Mar 4, 2000 35 km S of Pincher Creek, Canada M4.6 95 km
Mar 22, 2006 8 km SSW of Rexford, Montana M4.3 62 km
Feb 5, 2023 British Columbia, Canada M3.9 98 km
Feb 28, 2000 10 km NNE of Sparwood, Canada M3.8 59 km
Aug 19, 1999 12 km ENE of Happys Inn, Montana M3.7 142 km
Apr 11, 2015 5 km NW of Columbia Falls, Montana M3.5 134 km
Jun 18, 1991 15 km SW of Black Diamond, Canada M3.5 148 km
Nov 21, 1992 Western Montana M3.4 132 km
Dec 15, 2012 19 km S of Troy, Montana M3.4 129 km
May 14, 2014 5 km NE of Happys Inn, Montana M3.4 142 km
Jan 12, 2008 38 km W of Pincher Creek, Canada M3.3 60 km
Feb 14, 2012 6 km ESE of Stryker, Montana M3.3 92 km
Apr 10, 2018 3 km SSW of Stryker, Montana M3.3 90 km
May 3, 1995 4 km WNW of Kila, Montana M3.3 150 km
Sep 16, 2002 1 km N of Happys Inn, Montana M3.3 143 km
Nov 11, 1994 5 km W of Batavia, Montana M3.2 146 km
Oct 15, 2000 33 km SSW of Pincher Creek, Canada M3.2 93 km
Sep 29, 2016 4 km NE of Sparwood, Canada M3.2 53 km
Feb 15, 2020 37 km ESE of Nelson, Canada M3.2 109 km
Sep 11, 2002 0 km N of Happys Inn, Montana M3.2 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: WEDGE CANYON (51,987 ac, 2003).

Year Name Acres Distance
2003 WEDGE CANYON 51,987 86 km
2017 CARIBOU 28,101 45 km
2017 WEST FORK 21,154 99 km
2021 SOUTH YAAK 12,866 98 km
2000 STONE YOUNG (STONE HILL) 11,279 66 km
1994 NORTH FORK COMPLEX (STARVATION) 8,990 85 km
2000 KOOTENAI COMPLEX (UPPER BEAVER) 8,783 62 km
1994 KOOCANUSA COMPLEX (NORTH FORK BIG CREEK) 8,475 71 km
2015 MARSTON 7,587 79 km
2018 DAVIS 7,103 62 km
1991 UNNAMED 7,096 89 km
2018 GOLD HILL 6,780 90 km
2017 UNNAMED 6,755 72 km
2000 STONE YOUNG (CLIFF POINT) 6,648 69 km
2017 GIBRALTER RIDGE 6,299 67 km
2022 WEASEL 5,752 62 km
2000 STONE YOUNG (LYDIA) 5,649 76 km
2017 WEASEL 3,942 64 km
1994 WEBB KNOB 3,824 62 km
1994 YAAK-RED DRAGON COMPLEX (FOWLER) 3,143 70 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-8°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 1.9 in
March 31°F (-1°C) 2.0 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
May 47°F (8°C) 2.7 in
June 54°F (12°C) 3.1 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.0 in
August 61°F (16°C) 1.6 in Warmest, Driest
September 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
October 42°F (5°C) 2.0 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 3.2 in Wettest
December 20°F (-7°C) 2.8 in

Jaffray has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 17°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.2") and August the driest (1.6").

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Radio Stations near Jaffray

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFSM 107.5 "2Day FM" Cranbrook, BC hot adult contemporary AAC+ 57 kbps
CHDR-FM "102.9 Rewind Radio" Cranbrook, BC classic hits AAC+ 48 kbps
CHBZ "Wild 104.7" Cranbrook, BC country AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Jaffray

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fernie Museum

Libraries in Jaffray

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Fernie Heritage Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Jaffray

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fernie Mountain Market

Cafes in Jaffray

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

First Perk Coffee House

Gas Stations in Jaffray

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Jaffray Pump & Pantry
Jaffray Sports & Hardware

Golf Courses in Jaffray

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Will-O-Bend Golf & RV Park

Ski Resorts Near Jaffray

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Fernie Alpine Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Island Lake Cat Skiing 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Wapiti 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Jaffray

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International AirportYXCMedium Airport
Crystal Lakes Resort Airport-Small Airport
Eureka Airport-Small Airport
Lionel P. Demers Memorial Airpark-Small Airport
Sparwood Elk Valley Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Jaffray

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Jaffray

Churches & Religious Organizations in Jaffray

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Jaffray Baptist Church
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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UFO Sightings Near Jaffray

1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Jaffray.

Name Year Description
Wardner (canada), BC 2003 HBCCUFO CANADIAN REPORT: Light as being colored and round in shape.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jaffray

What is the population of Jaffray?

Jaffray has a population of 554 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 95 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Jaffray?

Jaffray has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 27.6 inches, with 12.5 inches of snow.

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