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Weather & Climate in Coquitlam, BC
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Coquitlam has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 211 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 116.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 335.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-0°C)
59°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 43.1°F |
| 20% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 211 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 0.0 sq mi (0.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,595/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.2846°N, 122.7822°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
292 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.0.
| Apr 14, 1990 | 4 km ENE of Deming, Washington | M5.0 | 67 km | 12 km |
| Feb 21, 2025 | 28 km W of Squamish, Canada | M4.8 | 71 km | 10 km |
| Mar 3, 2025 | 2025 Orcas Island, Washington | M4.5 | 75 km | 16 km |
| Jun 24, 1997 | 19 km SSW of Gibsons, Canada | M4.4 | 61 km | 3 km |
| Feb 19, 1991 | 31 km E of Squamish, Canada | M4.3 | 46 km | 5 km |
| Apr 2, 1990 | 2 km ENE of Deming, Washington | M4.3 | 66 km | 0 km |
| Sep 21, 2002 | 9 km SW of Friday Harbor, Washington | M4.1 | 92 km | 23 km |
| Feb 22, 1996 | 31 km NNE of South Pender Harbour, Canada | M4.1 | 106 km | 2 km |
| Apr 14, 1990 | 2 km ESE of Deming, Washington | M4.0 | 67 km | 3 km |
| Apr 3, 1990 | 3 km ENE of Deming, Washington | M4.0 | 67 km | 1 km |
| Dec 27, 2012 | 12 km E of North Saanich, Canada | M4.0 | 78 km | 54 km |
| Sep 26, 2024 | 12 km E of Saanichton, Canada | M4.0 | 85 km | 52 km |
| Jul 1, 2009 | 4 km SE of Coupeville, Washington | M4.0 | 122 km | 58 km |
| Mar 17, 2004 | 3 km SW of Clear Lake, Washington | M3.8 | 101 km | 0 km |
| Dec 11, 1999 | 10 km NNE of Oak Bay, Canada | M3.7 | 90 km | 49 km |
| Feb 14, 2025 | 16 km SSE of Victoria, Canada | M3.7 | 116 km | 40 km |
| Feb 8, 2011 | 7 km WNW of Friday Harbor, Washington | M3.6 | 84 km | 52 km |
| Jul 4, 2006 | 13 km SE of Oak Bay, Canada | M3.6 | 108 km | 45 km |
| Apr 14, 1990 | 2 km E of Deming, Washington | M3.6 | 67 km | 2 km |
| Jun 21, 1990 | 4 km ENE of Deming, Washington | M3.6 | 68 km | 1 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
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 |
| 1820 | CAMANO ISLAND, WA | Meteorological | — | — | 140 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (65 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 65 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 74 km |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 90 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 100 km |
| Meager | Complex | 2,680 m (8,793 ft) | -410 | 158 km |
| Bridge River Cones | Volcanic field | 2,500 m (8,202 ft) | Unknown | 174 km |
| Glacier Peak | Stratovolcano | 3,213 m (10,541 ft) | 1700 | 179 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Wildfire History
1 wildfire (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: SILESIA (2,737 acres, 2022).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2022 | SILESIA | 2,737 | 100 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-0°C) | 11.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 7.6 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 7.4 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 6.4 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 8.4 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 13.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 10.3 in |
Coquitlam has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 31°F in January to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 82.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (13.2") and July the driest (2.6").