Rock Creek, BC
British Columbia
Rock Creek is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 185.
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 Rock Creek Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.5°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,978 ft (603 m) |
| Area | 1,657.6 sq mi (4,293.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.0503°N, 118.9887°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 19.8 m (65 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1952 | COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA | Meteorological | 19.8 m | - | 81 km |
| 1949 | COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA | Meteorological | 19.8 m | - | 145 km |
| 2024 | COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA | Meteorological | 14.3 m | - | 82 km |
| 1944 | COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA | Meteorological | 9.1 m | - | 81 km |
| 1953 | COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA | Meteorological | 4.8 m | - | 81 km |
| 2009 | COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA | Meteorological | 3.6 m | - | 142 km |
| 1953 | COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA | Meteorological | - | - | 81 km |
| 1952 | COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA | Meteorological | - | - | 81 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Glacier Peak (188 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Glacier Peak | Stratovolcano | 3,213 m (10,541 ft) | 1700 | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 35°F (1°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.0 in |
Rock Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 21°F in January to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 18.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.2") and September the driest (1.1").
Museums in Rock Creek
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOLSON HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5094853266 | ||
| Kettle River Museum |
Libraries in Rock Creek
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midway Public Library | 0.0 |
Banks in Rock Creek
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Rock Creek
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Rock Creek
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McKinney Nordic Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Big White Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Rock Creek
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Forks Airport | ZGF | Medium Airport |
| Penticton Airport | YYF | Medium Airport |
| Dickson Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dorothy Scott Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Eagle's Nest Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ferry County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fowler Field | - | Small Airport |
| Hart Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lockwood Dry Coulee Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Midway Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Okanogan Legion Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oliver Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Omak Airport | OMK | Small Airport |
| Osoyoos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sourdough Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tonasket Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
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UFO Sightings Near Rock Creek
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Rock Creek.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Chesaw, WA | 2011 | V-shaped UFO, poss. in trouble, soundlessly flying over tree line followed by 4 jets and 1 giant cargo plane. |
Mines Near Rock Creek
1 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Rock Creek.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Buckhorn Mine | Gold Ore - Underground (Abandoned) |
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What is the population of Rock Creek?
Rock Creek has a population of 185 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,657.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rock Creek?
Rock Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 18.3 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow.
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