North Oyster/Yellow Point, BC
British Columbia
North Oyster/Yellow Point is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 1,320.
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 North Oyster/Yellow Point Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.1°F |
| 9% below US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 138 ft (42 m) |
| Area | 23.2 sq mi (60.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 57/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.0481°N, 123.8340°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 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 | - | 140 km |
| 1946 | BRITISH COLUMBIA | Eruption + Earthquake | 9.0 m | 1 | 121 km |
| 1891 | WASHINGTON | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.4 m | - | 119 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (108 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 108 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 115 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 126 km |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 151 km |
| Meager | Complex | 2,680 m (8,793 ft) | -410 | 178 km |
| Bridge River Cones | Volcanic field | 2,500 m (8,202 ft) | Unknown | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 8.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 5.3 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 8.0 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
North Oyster/Yellow Point has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 37°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 49.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.2") and July the driest (1.1").
Radio Stations near North Oyster/Yellow Point
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 North Oyster/Yellow Point
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BC Forest Discovery Centre | ||||
| Chemainus Valley Museum | ||||
| Crofton Old School Museum | ||||
| Gabriola Museum | ||||
| Hand of Man Museum | ||||
| Harbour Heritage Centre | ||||
| Kaatza Station Museum & Archives | ||||
| Ladysmith Maritime Society Museum | ||||
| Ladysmith Museum | ||||
| Museum of Natural History | ||||
| Nanaimo Museum | ||||
| Nanaimo Museum | ||||
| Protection Island Museum | ||||
| Vancouver Island Military Museum |
Libraries in North Oyster/Yellow Point
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 305 - Library | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Chemainus Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Cowichan Lake 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 North Oyster/Yellow Point
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Farmers Market | |||||
| Chemainus Public Market | |||||
| Gabriola Agricultural Co-op Farmers Market | |||||
| Island Roots |
Breweries in North Oyster/Yellow Point
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longwood Brewery | ||||
| Serious Brewing | ||||
| White Sails Brewery | ||||
| Wolf Brewery |
Ski Resorts Near North Oyster/Yellow Point
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 North Oyster/Yellow Point
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vancouver International Airport | YVR | Large Airport |
| Victoria International Airport | YYJ | Large Airport |
| Nanaimo Airport | YCD | 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 |
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What is the population of North Oyster/Yellow Point?
North Oyster/Yellow Point has a population of 1,320 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 57 people per square mile, spread across 23.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in North Oyster/Yellow Point?
North Oyster/Yellow Point has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 49.9 inches.
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