South End, BC

British Columbia

South End is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 2,475.

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

2,475 Population 30,938/sq mi density
49°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population2,475
Density30,938/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
South End experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Geography

Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density30,938/sq mi
Coordinates49.1519°N, 123.9339°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.9"
31% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 8.15"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

288 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 M5.0 134 km
Feb 21, 2025 28 km W of Squamish, Canada M4.8 66 km
Jan 8, 2015 19 km E of Tofino, Canada M4.8 125 km
Mar 3, 2025 2025 Orcas Island, Washington M4.5 102 km
Jan 24, 2020 46 km WNW of Neah Bay, Washington M4.5 113 km
Jun 24, 1997 19 km SSW of Gibsons, Canada M4.4 25 km
Feb 19, 1991 31 km E of Squamish, Canada M4.3 106 km
Jan 23, 2001 9 km NNW of Ucluelet, Canada M4.3 120 km
Apr 2, 1990 2 km ENE of Deming, Washington M4.3 132 km
Feb 22, 1996 31 km NNE of South Pender Harbour, Canada M4.1 83 km
Sep 21, 2002 9 km SW of Friday Harbor, Washington M4.1 95 km
Apr 14, 1990 2 km ESE of Deming, Washington M4.0 133 km
Apr 3, 1990 3 km ENE of Deming, Washington M4.0 133 km
Sep 26, 2024 12 km E of Saanichton, Canada M4.0 81 km
Dec 27, 2012 12 km E of North Saanich, Canada M4.0 75 km
Jul 1, 2009 4 km SE of Coupeville, Washington M4.0 143 km
Apr 7, 2001 36 km NNW of Neah Bay, Washington M3.9 78 km
Nov 20, 1994 26 km N of Ucluelet, Canada M3.9 117 km
May 16, 2001 35 km NE of Tofino, Canada M3.9 119 km
Mar 6, 2025 14 km SW of Blyn, Washington M3.9 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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 - 144 km
1946 BRITISH COLUMBIA Eruption + Earthquake 9.0 m 1 107 km
1891 WASHINGTON Eruption + Earthquake 2.4 m - 132 km
1958 RIPPLE ROCK, BC Earthquake + Landslide 0.5 m - 143 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (103 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Garibaldi Stratovolcano 2,678 m (8,786 ft) -8060 103 km
Garibaldi Lake Volcanic field 2,316 m (7,598 ft) Unknown 110 km
Cayley Volcanic Field Volcanic field 2,375 m (7,792 ft) Unknown 118 km
Baker Stratovolcano(es) 3,285 m (10,778 ft) 1880 160 km
Meager Complex 2,680 m (8,793 ft) -410 167 km
Bridge River Cones Volcanic field 2,500 m (8,202 ft) Unknown 187 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 8.0 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 5.3 in
March 43°F (6°C) 4.9 in
April 47°F (8°C) 3.0 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
June 58°F (14°C) 1.8 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.1 in Driest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in Warmest
September 58°F (14°C) 1.6 in
October 50°F (10°C) 4.6 in
November 42°F (6°C) 8.0 in
December 37°F (3°C) 8.2 in Wettest

South End has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 37°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 49.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.2") and July the driest (1.1").

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Schools in South End

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bayview Elementary School - - - -
NUKO Learning Centre - - - -
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Radio Stations near South End

7 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
The Lounge CHPQ-FM 99.9 Parksville - AAC+ 48 kbps
CIBH 88.5 "The Beach" Parksville, BC adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps
CHPQ-FM "The Lounge 99.9" Parksville, BC adult standards, classic hits AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in South End

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chemainus Valley Museum
Gabriola Museum
Harbour Heritage Centre
Ladysmith Maritime Society Museum
Ladysmith Museum
Museum of Natural History
Nanaimo Museum
Nanaimo Museum
Protection Island Museum
Vancouver Island Military Museum

Libraries in South End

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
305 - Library0.0
VIRL: Chemainus Branch0.0
VIRL: Gabriola Island Branch0.0
VIRL: Ladysmith Branch0.0
VIRL: Nanaimo Harbourfront Branch0.0
VIRL: Nanaimo North Branch0.0
VIRL: Nanaimo Wellington Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in South End

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cedar Farmers Market
Chemainus Public Market
Gabriola Agricultural Co-op Farmers Market
Island Roots

Gas Stations in South End

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gas n Go
Shell

Breweries in South End

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Longwood Brewery
Serious Brewing
White Sails Brewery
Wolf Brewery

Ski Resorts Near South End

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near South End

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Vancouver International AirportYVRLarge Airport
Victoria International AirportYYJLarge Airport
Nanaimo AirportYCDMedium Airport
Powell River AirportYPWMedium Airport
Qualicum Beach AirportXQUMedium Airport
Duncan AirportDUQSmall Airport
Long Harbour Airport-Small Airport
Michell Airpark-Small Airport
Quamichan Lake (Raven Field) Airport-Small Airport
Sechelt-Gibsons AirportYHSSmall Airport
Stuart Island West Airport-Small Airport
Texada Gillies Bay AirportYGBSmall Airport

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What is the population of South End?

South End has a population of 2,475 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 30,938 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in South End?

South End has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 49.9 inches.

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