Saltair, BC
British Columbia
Saltair is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 2,069.
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 Saltair Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.8°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 217 ft (66 m) |
| Area | 110.8 sq mi (286.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.9496°N, 123.7694°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 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 | 132 km |
| 1891 | WASHINGTON | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.4 m | - | 107 km |
| 1820 | CAMANO ISLAND, WA | Meteorological | - | - | 143 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (115 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 115 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 123 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 144 km |
| Meager | Complex | 2,680 m (8,793 ft) | -410 | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 9.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 38°F (4°C) | 5.8 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 5.5 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| August | 62°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 5.4 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 9.2 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 9.2 in |
Saltair has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 36°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 56.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.5") and July the driest (1.1").
Radio Stations near Saltair
4 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 |
Museums in Saltair
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BC Forest Discovery Centre | ||||
| Chemainus Valley Museum | ||||
| Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre | ||||
| Cowichan Valley Museum | ||||
| Crofton Old School Museum | ||||
| Gabriola Museum | ||||
| Hand of Man Museum | ||||
| Harbour Heritage Centre | ||||
| Ladysmith Maritime Society Museum | ||||
| Ladysmith Museum | ||||
| Museum of Natural History | ||||
| Nanaimo Museum | ||||
| Nanaimo Museum | ||||
| Protection Island Museum | ||||
| Quw'utsun' Cultural and Conference Centre | ||||
| Vancouver Island Military Museum |
Libraries in Saltair
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 305 - Library | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Chemainus Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Cowichan Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Gabriola Island Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Ladysmith Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Nanaimo Harbourfront Branch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Saltair
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Farmers Market | |||||
| Chemainus Public Market | |||||
| Duncan Farmers’ Market | |||||
| Gabriola Agricultural Co-op Farmers Market | |||||
| Great Greens Market | |||||
| Grove Hall Farm, Italian Kitchen, Market & Deli | |||||
| Island Roots | |||||
| The Old Farm Market |
Cafes in Saltair
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Saltair
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longwood Brewery | ||||
| Red Arrow Brewery | ||||
| Serious Brewing | ||||
| Small Block Brewery | ||||
| White Sails Brewery | ||||
| Wolf Brewery |
Ski Resorts Near Saltair
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 Saltair
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vancouver International Airport | YVR | Large Airport |
| Victoria International Airport | YYJ | Large Airport |
| Friday Harbor Airport | FRD | Medium Airport |
| Nanaimo Airport | YCD | Medium Airport |
| Qualicum Beach Airport | XQU | Medium Airport |
| Duncan Airport | DUQ | Small Airport |
| Friday West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| King Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Long Harbour Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Michell Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Point Roberts Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Quamichan Lake (Raven Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Roche Harbor Airport | RCE | Small Airport |
| Sechelt-Gibsons Airport | YHS | Small Airport |
| Sekiu Airport | - | 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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Waterfalls Near Saltair
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Saltair.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Stocking Creek Falls | Height: 15 |
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What is the population of Saltair?
Saltair has a population of 2,069 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 110.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Saltair?
Saltair has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 56.6 inches.
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