Myrtle Point, BC
British Columbia
Myrtle Point is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 537.
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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How Myrtle Point Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.8°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Area | 11.2 sq mi (28.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 48/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.7981°N, 124.4816°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1946 | BRITISH COLUMBIA | Eruption + Earthquake | 9.0 m | 1 | 32 km |
| 1958 | RIPPLE ROCK, BC | Earthquake + Landslide | 0.5 m | - | 66 km |
| 2020 | ELLIOT CREEK, BC | Meteorological | - | - | 131 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cayley Volcanic Field (93 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 93 km |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 106 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 107 km |
| Meager | Complex | 2,680 m (8,793 ft) | -410 | 116 km |
| Bridge River Cones | Volcanic field | 2,500 m (8,202 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 6.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 6.4 in |
Myrtle Point has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 38°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 49.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.6") and July the driest (1.6").
Radio Stations near Myrtle Point
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CFPW 95.7 "Coast FM" Powell River, BC | classic hits | AAC+ 57 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 Myrtle Point
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forestry Building | ||||
| qathet Museum and Archives Society | ||||
| Texada Island Museum | ||||
| Townsite Heritage Society |
Libraries in Myrtle Point
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powell River Public Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Myrtle Point
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Myrtle Point
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Myrtle Point
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Myrtle Point
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Townsite Brewing |
Airports Near Myrtle Point
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comox Valley International Airport / CFB Comox | YQQ | Medium Airport |
| Nanaimo Airport | YCD | Medium Airport |
| Powell River Airport | YPW | Medium Airport |
| Qualicum Beach Airport | XQU | Medium Airport |
| Alberni Valley Regional Airport | YPB | Small Airport |
| Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Courtenay Airpark | YCA | Small Airport |
| Moh Creek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Smit Field | - | Small Airport |
| Stuart Island Airstrip | YRR | Small Airport |
| Texada Gillies Bay Airport | YGB | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Myrtle Point?
Myrtle Point has a population of 537 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 11.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Myrtle Point?
Myrtle Point has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 49.5 inches.
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