Yale, BC
British Columbia
Yale is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 186.
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 Yale Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.5°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 930/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.5620°N, 121.4297°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 | - | 43 km |
| 1905 | THOMPSON RIVER | Meteorological | 6.0 m | 15 | 96 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Baker (92 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 92 km |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 117 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 120 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
| Glacier Peak | Stratovolcano | 3,213 m (10,541 ft) | 1700 | 163 km |
| Meager | Complex | 2,680 m (8,793 ft) | -410 | 190 km |
| Bridge River Cones | Volcanic field | 2,500 m (8,202 ft) | Unknown | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 6.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 31°F (-0°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 6.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 5.8 in |
Yale has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 26°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 45.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.9") and August the driest (1.7").
Radio Stations near Yale
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Yale
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fishery Museum | ||||
| Hope Museum | ||||
| Railway & Chinese Worker Exhibit | ||||
| Yale Historic Site | ||||
| Yale Historic Site |
Libraries in Yale
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVRL: Hope Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Yale Library | 0.0 |
Cafes in Yale
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Yale
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Yale
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Yale
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountainview Brewing |
Ski Resorts Near Yale
3 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 |
| Manning Park Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sasquatch Mountain Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Yale
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chilliwack Airport | YCW | Small Airport |
| Hope Airport / FVRD Regional Airpark | YHE | Small Airport |
| Kendall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Merritt Airport | YMB | Small Airport |
| Pretty Estates Resort Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Yale
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Yale |
Treatment Centers in Yale
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Fraser Valley Brain Injury |
Explore Near Yale
Waterfalls Near Yale
4 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Yale.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Hidden Creek Falls | Height: 30 |
| Hole in the Wall (waterfall) | |
| Sawmill Creek Falls | |
| Yale Creek Falls | Height: 15 |
Bigfoot Sightings Near Yale
2 Bigfoot sighting reports from the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization (BFRO) found near Yale.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Report 13371: Early morning sighting by a trucker on Othello Road. | 2005 | |
| Report 15389: Hunters find possible indications of habitation outside Hope | 1995 |
Frequently Asked Questions About Yale
What is the population of Yale?
Yale has a population of 186 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 930 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Yale?
Yale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches, with 23.1 inches of snow.
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