Wellington, BC
British Columbia
Wellington is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 3,935.
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 Wellington Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 331 ft (101 m) |
| Area | 10.7 sq mi (27.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 368/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.2165°N, 124.0418°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 | - | 150 km |
| 1946 | BRITISH COLUMBIA | Eruption + Earthquake | 9.0 m | 1 | 96 km |
| 1891 | WASHINGTON | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.4 m | - | 141 km |
| 1958 | RIPPLE ROCK, BC | Earthquake + Landslide | 0.5 m | - | 132 km |
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 | 115 km |
| Meager | Complex | 2,680 m (8,793 ft) | -410 | 162 km |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 170 km |
| Bridge River Cones | Volcanic field | 2,500 m (8,202 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 8.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 5.4 in | |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 8.1 in | Wettest |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 8.0 in |
Wellington has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 37°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.1") and July the driest (1.1").
Schools in Wellington
8 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nanaimo Language Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Dover Bay Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| McGirr Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Uplands Park Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pleasant Valley Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Randerson Ridge Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mount Benson Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rutherford Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Wellington
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 Wellington
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabriola Museum | ||||
| Harbour Heritage Centre | ||||
| Ladysmith Maritime Society Museum | ||||
| Ladysmith Museum | ||||
| Museum of Natural History | ||||
| Nanaimo Museum | ||||
| Nanaimo Museum | ||||
| Parksville Museum | ||||
| Protection Island Museum | ||||
| Vancouver Island Military Museum |
Libraries in Wellington
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 305 - Library | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Gabriola Island Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Ladysmith Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Nanaimo Harbourfront Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Nanaimo North Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Nanaimo Wellington Branch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Wellington
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Farmers Market | |||||
| Gabriola Agricultural Co-op Farmers Market | |||||
| Island Roots |
Hotels in Wellington
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Wellington
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Wellington
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Wellington
21 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Wellington
9 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Wellington
6 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wellington
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wellington
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Wellington
4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Wellington
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longwood Brewery | ||||
| White Sails Brewery | ||||
| Wolf Brewery |
Ski Resorts Near Wellington
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dakota Ridge Recreation Site | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Wellington
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Victoria International Airport | YYJ | Large Airport |
| Nanaimo Airport | YCD | Medium Airport |
| Powell River Airport | YPW | Medium Airport |
| Qualicum Beach Airport | XQU | Medium Airport |
| Duncan Airport | DUQ | Small Airport |
| Long Harbour Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Michell Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Quamichan Lake (Raven Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sechelt-Gibsons Airport | YHS | Small Airport |
| Texada Gillies Bay Airport | YGB | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wellington
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall | |
| Our Lady of Good Counsel Church | |
| Saint Michael the Archangel Ukrainian Catholic Church |
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Waterfalls Near Wellington
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Wellington.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Ammonite Falls |
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What is the population of Wellington?
Wellington has a population of 3,935 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 368 people per square mile, spread across 10.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wellington?
Wellington 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 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 50.6 inches.
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