Roberts Creek, BC

British Columbia · Vancouver Metro

Roberts Creek is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 1,949.

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

1,949 Population 35/sq mi density
46°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population1,949
Density35/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain66.2 in/yr
Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Roberts Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 66.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Geography

Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Area55.4 sq mi (143.4 km²)
Population Density35/sq mi
Coordinates49.4236°N, 123.6478°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 66.2"
74% above US avg
Snowfall 18.3"
Wettest Month (Nov) 10.59"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.89"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

233 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M2.9 on Aug 21, 2025.

Apr 14, 1990 4 km ENE of Deming, Washington M5.0 126 km
Feb 21, 2025 28 km W of Squamish, Canada M4.8 31 km
Jan 8, 2015 19 km E of Tofino, Canada M4.8 148 km
Jan 24, 2020 46 km WNW of Neah Bay, Washington M4.5 148 km
Mar 3, 2025 2025 Orcas Island, Washington M4.5 109 km
Jun 24, 1997 19 km SSW of Gibsons, Canada M4.4 21 km
Jan 23, 2001 9 km NNW of Ucluelet, Canada M4.3 147 km
Feb 19, 1991 31 km E of Squamish, Canada M4.3 73 km
Apr 2, 1990 2 km ENE of Deming, Washington M4.3 125 km
Sep 21, 2002 9 km SW of Friday Harbor, Washington M4.1 111 km
Feb 22, 1996 31 km NNE of South Pender Harbour, Canada M4.1 56 km
Apr 14, 1990 2 km ESE of Deming, Washington M4.0 126 km
Apr 3, 1990 3 km ENE of Deming, Washington M4.0 126 km
Dec 27, 2012 12 km E of North Saanich, Canada M4.0 91 km
Sep 26, 2024 12 km E of Saanichton, Canada M4.0 98 km
Apr 7, 2001 36 km NNW of Neah Bay, Washington M3.9 114 km
May 16, 2001 35 km NE of Tofino, Canada M3.9 137 km
Nov 20, 1994 26 km N of Ucluelet, Canada M3.9 140 km
Mar 17, 2004 3 km SW of Clear Lake, Washington M3.8 148 km
Sep 5, 2017 9 km NNE of Ucluelet, Canada M3.8 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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 - 119 km
1946 BRITISH COLUMBIA Eruption + Earthquake 9.0 m 1 104 km
1958 RIPPLE ROCK, BC Earthquake + Landslide 0.5 m - 139 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (67 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Garibaldi Stratovolcano 2,678 m (8,786 ft) -8060 67 km
Garibaldi Lake Volcanic field 2,316 m (7,598 ft) Unknown 73 km
Cayley Volcanic Field Volcanic field 2,375 m (7,792 ft) Unknown 82 km
Meager Complex 2,680 m (8,793 ft) -410 135 km
Baker Stratovolcano(es) 3,285 m (10,778 ft) 1880 152 km
Bridge River Cones Volcanic field 2,500 m (8,202 ft) Unknown 154 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 9.3 in
February 37°F (3°C) 6.1 in
March 39°F (4°C) 6.1 in
April 43°F (6°C) 4.8 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.6 in
June 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
July 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in Driest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.2 in Warmest
September 55°F (13°C) 2.5 in
October 47°F (8°C) 7.1 in
November 39°F (4°C) 10.6 in Wettest
December 35°F (2°C) 9.0 in Coldest

Roberts Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 35°F in December to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 66.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (10.6") and July the driest (1.9").

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Radio Stations near Roberts Creek

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKAY 91.7 "Coast FM" Nanaimo, BC hits, nanaimo 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
CITR - University of British Columbia campus radio, eclectic AAC

Museums in Roberts Creek

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chapman Creek Hatchery
Sunshine Coast Museum & Archives
Tems Swiya Museum

Libraries in Roberts Creek

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Gibsons & District Public Library0.0
Roberts Creek Community Library0.0
Sechelt Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Roberts Creek

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gabriola Agricultural Co-op Farmers Market
Pier 17 Market
The Gibsons Public Market

Cafes in Roberts Creek

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Strait Coffee Traders

Clinics in Roberts Creek

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anchor Hearing

Gas Stations in Roberts Creek

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Golf Courses in Roberts Creek

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sunshine Coast Golf & Country Club

Breweries in Roberts Creek

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Batch 44 Brewery & Kitchen
Gibsons Tapworks
Persephone Brewing
Riley's Cidery
The 101 Brewhouse + Distillery
Wilson Creek UBrew

Ski Resorts Near Roberts Creek

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Grouse Mountain 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Cypress Mountain 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Dakota Ridge Recreation Site 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Roberts Creek

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Vancouver International AirportYVRLarge Airport
Boundary Bay AirportYDTMedium Airport
Nanaimo AirportYCDMedium Airport
Orcas Island AirportESDMedium Airport
Qualicum Beach AirportXQUMedium Airport
Delta Heritage Air Park-Small Airport
Duncan AirportDUQSmall Airport
Long Harbour Airport-Small Airport
Point Roberts Airpark-Small Airport
Quamichan Lake (Raven Field) Airport-Small Airport
Sechelt-Gibsons AirportYHSSmall Airport
Squamish AirportYSESmall Airport
Stuart Island West Airport-Small Airport
Waldron AirstripWDNSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
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Waterfalls Near Roberts Creek

1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Roberts Creek.

Name Description
Roberts Creek Waterfall

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Frequently Asked Questions About Roberts Creek

What is the population of Roberts Creek?

Roberts Creek has a population of 1,949 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 55.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Roberts Creek?

Roberts Creek has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 66.2 inches, with 18.3 inches of snow.

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