Shawnigan Lake, BC
British Columbia · Victoria Metro
Shawnigan Lake is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 3,908.
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 Shawnigan Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.7°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 476 ft (145 m) |
| Area | 8.9 sq mi (23.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 437/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.6506°N, 123.6449°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 | - | 150 km |
| 1891 | WASHINGTON | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.4 m | - | 73 km |
| 1820 | CAMANO ISLAND, WA | Meteorological | - | - | 115 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Baker (135 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 135 km |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 141 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 150 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 166 km |
| Glacier Peak | Stratovolcano | 3,213 m (10,541 ft) | 1700 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 8.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 5.6 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 8.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 8.5 in |
Shawnigan Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 37°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.6") and July the driest (1.0").
Schools in Shawnigan Lake
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discovery Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. John's Academy Shawnigan Lake | - | - | - | - |
| Shawnigan Lake School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Shawnigan Lake
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBC Radio One - Victoria, BC (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CJSU-FM 89.7 "Sun FM" Duncan, BC | adult hits | AAC+ 57 kbps |
Museums in Shawnigan Lake
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BC Forest Discovery Centre | ||||
| British Columbia Aviation Museum | ||||
| Central Saanich Fire Museum | ||||
| Centre of the Universe | ||||
| CFB Esquimalt Naval & Military Museum - NAD20 | ||||
| CFB Esquimalt Naval & Military Museum - NAD29 | ||||
| Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre | ||||
| Cowichan Valley Museum | ||||
| Craigflower Manor | ||||
| Craigflower Schoolhouse | ||||
| Crofton Old School Museum | ||||
| Gorge Waterway Nature House | ||||
| Hand of Man Museum | ||||
| Henderson Hangar | ||||
| Heritage Acres | ||||
| Main Hangar | ||||
| Quw'utsun' Cultural and Conference Centre | ||||
| Restoration Hangar | ||||
| Shawnigan Lake Museum | ||||
| Sidney Museum and Archives |
Libraries in Shawnigan Lake
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GVPL: Central Saanich Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Esquimalt Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Goudy Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Juan de Fuca Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Langford Heritage Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Saanich Centennial Library Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Piers Island Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Salt Spring Island Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sidney Archives | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Cowichan Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Sidney / North Saanich Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: South Cowichan Branch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Shawnigan Lake
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duncan Farmers’ Market | |||||
| Esquimalt Farmers Market | |||||
| Esquimalt Farmers Market | |||||
| Gorge Farmers Market | |||||
| Great Greens Market | |||||
| Grove Hall Farm, Italian Kitchen, Market & Deli | |||||
| North Saanich Farm Market | |||||
| Peninsula Country Market | |||||
| Salt Spring Saturday Market | |||||
| Salt Spring Tuesday Farmers’ Market | |||||
| The Old Farm Market |
Cafes in Shawnigan Lake
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shawnigan Lake
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Shawnigan Lake
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Shawnigan Lake
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bad Dog Brewing Company | ||||
| Category 12 | ||||
| Lighthouse Brewing Company | ||||
| Red Arrow Brewery | ||||
| Salt Spring Island Ales | ||||
| Small Block Brewery | ||||
| V2V Black Hops Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in Shawnigan Lake
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Shawnigan Lake
39 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vancouver International Airport | YVR | Large Airport |
| Victoria International Airport | YYJ | Large Airport |
| Boundary Bay Airport | YDT | Medium Airport |
| Friday Harbor Airport | FRD | Medium Airport |
| Nanaimo Airport | YCD | Medium Airport |
| Orcas Island Airport | ESD | Medium Airport |
| Qualicum Beach Airport | XQU | Medium Airport |
| William R Fairchild International Airport | CLM | Medium Airport |
| Big Andy Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Blue Heron Field | - | Small Airport |
| Blue Ribbon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Burden Field-(Rabbit Run) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Clam Harbor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Crane Island Airstrip | CKR | Small Airport |
| Crow Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Delta Heritage Air Park | - | Small Airport |
| Diamond Point Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Duncan Airport | DUQ | Small Airport |
| Friday West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grand View International Airport | - | Small Airport |
| King Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lawson Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Long Harbour Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lopez Island Airport | LPS | Small Airport |
| Michell Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Olympic Field | - | Small Airport |
| Point Roberts Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Port Angeles Cgas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Quamichan Lake (Raven Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rake's Glen Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Roche Harbor Airport | RCE | Small Airport |
| Rucilla's Roost Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sekiu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sequim Valley Airport | SQV | Small Airport |
| Shaw Island AIrport | - | Small Airport |
| Stuart Island Airpark | SSW | Small Airport |
| Stuart Island West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Waldron Airstrip | WDN | Small Airport |
| Wilding Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Shawnigan Lake
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Shawnigan Lake |
Treatment Centers in Shawnigan Lake
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Maven Pelvic Health |
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What is the population of Shawnigan Lake?
Shawnigan Lake has a population of 3,908 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 437 people per square mile, spread across 8.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shawnigan Lake?
Shawnigan Lake has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 51.8 inches.
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