Miramichi River Valley, NB

New Brunswick

Miramichi River Valley is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 1,996.

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

1,996 Population 4/sq mi density
40°F Avg Temperature

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How Miramichi River Valley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,996
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Miramichi River Valley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches. The area receives 18.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.3°F
25% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)

Geography

Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Area477.1 sq mi (1,235.6 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates46.6150°N, 65.9017°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.7"
18% above US avg
Snowfall 18.2"
Wettest Month (May) 4.29"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.95"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

49 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 3, 2024.

Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 70 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 68 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 68 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 67 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 31 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 70 km
Jun 1, 2006 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada M3.6 119 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 105 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 68 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 140 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 67 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 84 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 68 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 27 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 27 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 68 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 51 km
Jul 3, 2024 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada M3.1 15 km
Aug 21, 2015 63 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.0 76 km
Jan 2, 2013 75 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.0 64 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 243 km
2003 Juan Category 2 175 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 15°F (-9°C) 3.0 in Driest
March 26°F (-4°C) 3.4 in
April 37°F (3°C) 3.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 4.3 in Wettest
June 60°F (15°C) 3.7 in
July 65°F (19°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 4.2 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 3.7 in

Miramichi River Valley has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 13°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (3.0").

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Radio Stations near Miramichi River Valley

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHHI-FM "Rewind 95.9" Miramichi, NB classic hits, re-branding new format AAC 131 kbps

Museums in Miramichi River Valley

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Doak Provincial Hertiage Site

Airports Near Miramichi River Valley

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fredericton International AirportYFCMedium Airport
Miramichi AirportYCHMedium Airport
Chipman Airport-Small Airport
Doaktown Airport-Small Airport
Havelock Airport-Small Airport
Sevogle Airport-Small Airport

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What is the population of Miramichi River Valley?

Miramichi River Valley has a population of 1,996 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 477.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Miramichi River Valley?

Miramichi River Valley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches, with 18.2 inches of snow.

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