Sunshine Valley, BC
British Columbia
Sunshine Valley is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 208.
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 Sunshine Valley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 38.3°F |
| 29% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,224 ft (678 m) |
| Area | 15.8 sq mi (40.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.2738°N, 121.2335°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | - | 60 km |
| 1905 | THOMPSON RIVER | Meteorological | 6.0 m | 15 | 128 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Baker (70 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 70 km |
| Glacier Peak | Stratovolcano | 3,213 m (10,541 ft) | 1700 | 130 km |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 143 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 175 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 6.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 49°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| August | 56°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 40°F (5°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 29°F (-2°C) | 6.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 5.8 in |
Sunshine Valley has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 23°F in January to 56°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 46.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.9") and August the driest (2.0").
Museums in Sunshine Valley
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hope Museum |
Libraries in Sunshine Valley
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVRL: Hope Library | 0.0 |
Breweries in Sunshine Valley
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountainview Brewing |
Ski Resorts Near Sunshine Valley
4 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powder Mountain | 135.0 | 9 | 2,712 | $67 | November - April | Yes | Yes |
| Mt. Baker | 100.0 | 10 | 1,525 | $50 | November - May | - | Yes |
| Manning Park Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| China Ridge Trails | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Sunshine Valley
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chilliwack Airport | YCW | Small Airport |
| Hope Airport / FVRD Regional Airpark | YHE | Small Airport |
| Lost River Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mears Field Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pretty Estates Resort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Princeton Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Sunshine Valley
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Fraser Valley Brain Injury |
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Waterfalls Near Sunshine Valley
7 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Sunshine Valley.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Depot Creek Falls | Height: 270 |
| Derek Falls | |
| Eaton Creek Falls | |
| Greendrop Lake Falls | Height: 38 |
| Nepokekum Falls | |
| Nepopekum Falls | |
| Shadow Falls |
Bigfoot Sightings Near Sunshine Valley
3 Bigfoot sighting reports from the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization (BFRO) found near Sunshine Valley.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Report 35539: Tall human-like form seen at Chilliwack Lake Provencial Park | 2001 | |
| Report 22123: Possible snow tracks found in Skagit Valley south of Hope (w/photos) | 2000 | |
| Report 3899: Camper witnesses animal on two legs climbing up gully east of Hope, south of Hwy 3, near Nicolum Creek | 1999 |
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What is the population of Sunshine Valley?
Sunshine Valley has a population of 208 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 15.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sunshine Valley?
Sunshine Valley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 46.2 inches, with 26.9 inches of snow.
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