Sandspit, BC

British Columbia

Sandspit is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 310.

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

310 Population 157/sq mi density
46°F Avg Temperature

Discover Sandspit, BC

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

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

People

Population310
Density157/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain70.8 in/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Sandspit experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 70.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density157/sq mi
Coordinates53.2435°N, 131.8272°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.8"
86% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 9.61"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

258 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.8. Most recent: M4.0 on Sep 4, 2024.

Oct 28, 2012 206 km SW of Prince Rupert, Canada M7.8 54 km
Nov 17, 2009 254 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M6.6 128 km
Oct 28, 2012 237 km SW of Prince Rupert, Canada M6.3 82 km
Feb 17, 2001 151 km SSW of Hydaburg, Alaska M6.2 140 km
Oct 30, 2012 241 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M6.2 98 km
Oct 12, 2001 225 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M6.1 73 km
Nov 17, 2009 260 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.8 128 km
Oct 28, 2012 Haida Gwaii, Canada M5.6 107 km
Oct 28, 2012 222 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.5 75 km
Oct 28, 2012 226 km SW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.4 72 km
Oct 30, 2012 261 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.3 115 km
Oct 28, 2012 256 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.3 112 km
Oct 28, 2012 236 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.3 84 km
Jan 12, 1990 85 km WSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.3 77 km
Oct 28, 2012 246 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.2 93 km
Oct 28, 2012 234 km SW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.2 79 km
Oct 28, 2012 240 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.2 91 km
Nov 1, 2012 226 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.2 78 km
Oct 28, 2012 236 km SW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.2 82 km
Oct 28, 2012 237 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.2 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 13.0 m (43 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2012 BRITISH COLUMBIA Earthquake 13.0 m 1 54 km
1963 GRAHAM ISLAND, BRITISH COLUMBIA Unknown 5.5 m 1 89 km
1949 BRITISH COLUMBIA Eruption + Earthquake 0.6 m - 105 km
2001 QUEEN CHARLOTTE ISLANDS Earthquake 0.1 m - 73 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 8.7 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 6.9 in
March 40°F (4°C) 5.8 in
April 43°F (6°C) 5.4 in
May 47°F (8°C) 3.2 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in
July 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in Driest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in Warmest
September 54°F (12°C) 4.7 in
October 48°F (9°C) 9.5 in
November 41°F (5°C) 9.6 in Wettest
December 38°F (3°C) 9.1 in

Sandspit has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 37°F in January to 57°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 70.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.6") and July the driest (2.2").

View full weather details →

Schools in Sandspit

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Agnes L Mathers Elementary and Junior School - - - -
View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Sandspit

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Sandspit

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Haida Heritage Centre at Kay Llnagaay
Saahlinda Naay Museum

Libraries in Sandspit

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Sandspit Library0.0
VIRL: Sandspit Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Sandspit

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Moresby Market

Hotels in Sandspit

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Northern Shores Lodging and Catering
Sandspit Harbour Inn

Golf Courses in Sandspit

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Willows Golf Course

Airports Near Sandspit

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sandspit AirportYZPMedium Airport

Post Offices in Sandspit

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Sandspit

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Sandspit.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Sandspit

What is the population of Sandspit?

Sandspit has a population of 310 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 157 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sandspit?

Sandspit has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 70.8 inches.

Nearby Cities

Prince Rupert, BC 12,300 pop · 96.2 mi
Compare Sandspit with another city:

Want every data point for Sandspit?

The full profile puts all sections on one printable page, no tabs.

Full City Profile