Kitwanga, BC

British Columbia

Kitwanga is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 480.

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

480 Population 249/sq mi density
39°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population480
Density249/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain33.7 in/yr
Elevation571 ft (174 m)
Kitwanga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.7 inches. The area receives 15.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 571 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average38.8°F
28% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Geography

Elevation571 ft (174 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density249/sq mi
Coordinates55.0997°N, 128.0703°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.7"
11% below US avg
Snowfall 15.8"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.53"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.1. Most recent: M2.8 on Jun 21, 2020.

Jan 18, 2008 17 km E of Hyder, Alaska M3.1 142 km
Sep 11, 2015 5 km SE of Hyder, Alaska M2.8 148 km
Jun 21, 2020 62 km WNW of Terrace, Canada M2.8 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.1 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1975 KITIMAT INLET, BRITISH COLUMBIA Meteorological 4.1 m - 131 km
1974 KITIMAT INLET, BRITISH COLOMBIA Meteorological 2.8 m - 129 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 2.4 in
March 31°F (-0°C) 1.8 in
April 38°F (4°C) 1.5 in Driest
May 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in
September 49°F (10°C) 3.4 in
October 39°F (4°C) 4.5 in Wettest
November 28°F (-2°C) 3.7 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 3.8 in

Kitwanga has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 19°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.5") and April the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Kitwanga

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kitwanga Elementary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Kitwanga

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Kitwanga

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Meanskinisht Museum

Gas Stations in Kitwanga

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Petro-Canada

Airports Near Kitwanga

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-KitimatYXTMedium Airport
Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Seeley Lake Field-Small Airport
Witwer Airfield-Small Airport
Woodcock Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Kitwanga

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kitwanga

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kitwanga

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Paul

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kitwanga

What is the population of Kitwanga?

Kitwanga has a population of 480 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 249 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kitwanga?

Kitwanga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 33.7 inches, with 15.8 inches of snow.

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