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Weather & Climate in East Cambie, BC

Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.

East Cambie experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 20.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days233 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area126.2 sq mi (326.8 km²)
Population Density85/sq mi
Coordinates49.1843°N, 123.0927°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.1"
40% above US avg
Snowfall 20.8"
Wettest Month (Nov) 10.87"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

307 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 78 km 12 km
Feb 21, 2025 28 km W of Squamish, Canada M4.8 65 km 10 km
Mar 3, 2025 2025 Orcas Island, Washington M4.5 67 km 16 km
Jun 24, 1997 19 km SSW of Gibsons, Canada M4.4 39 km 3 km
Apr 2, 1990 2 km ENE of Deming, Washington M4.3 77 km 0 km
Feb 19, 1991 31 km E of Squamish, Canada M4.3 63 km 5 km
Feb 22, 1996 31 km NNE of South Pender Harbour, Canada M4.1 98 km 2 km
Sep 21, 2002 9 km SW of Friday Harbor, Washington M4.1 78 km 23 km
Apr 14, 1990 2 km ESE of Deming, Washington M4.0 77 km 3 km
Apr 3, 1990 3 km ENE of Deming, Washington M4.0 77 km 1 km
Sep 26, 2024 12 km E of Saanichton, Canada M4.0 68 km 52 km
Dec 27, 2012 12 km E of North Saanich, Canada M4.0 60 km 54 km
Jul 1, 2009 4 km SE of Coupeville, Washington M4.0 115 km 58 km
Apr 7, 2001 36 km NNW of Neah Bay, Washington M3.9 132 km 32 km
Mar 6, 2025 14 km SW of Blyn, Washington M3.9 140 km 42 km
Mar 17, 2004 3 km SW of Clear Lake, Washington M3.8 102 km 0 km
Dec 11, 1999 10 km NNE of Oak Bay, Canada M3.7 73 km 49 km
Aug 19, 2025 17 km NNW of Sekiu, Washington M3.7 128 km 38 km
Feb 14, 2025 16 km SSE of Victoria, Canada M3.7 100 km 40 km
Feb 8, 2011 7 km WNW of Friday Harbor, Washington M3.6 69 km 52 km
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.

Tsunami History

3 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 85 km
1891 WASHINGTON Eruption + Earthquake 2.4 m 135 km
1820 CAMANO ISLAND, WA Meteorological 136 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (74 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Garibaldi Stratovolcano 2,678 m (8,786 ft) -8060 74 km
Garibaldi Lake Volcanic field 2,316 m (7,598 ft) Unknown 84 km
Baker Stratovolcano(es) 3,285 m (10,778 ft) 1880 104 km
Cayley Volcanic Field Volcanic field 2,375 m (7,792 ft) Unknown 105 km
Meager Complex 2,680 m (8,793 ft) -410 163 km
Bridge River Cones Volcanic field 2,500 m (8,202 ft) Unknown 181 km
Glacier Peak Stratovolcano 3,213 m (10,541 ft) 1700 188 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 9.2 in
February 41°F (5°C) 6.5 in
March 44°F (7°C) 6.3 in
April 49°F (10°C) 5.1 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.8 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
July 65°F (19°C) 2.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 65°F (19°C) 2.2 in
September 60°F (15°C) 2.9 in
October 51°F (11°C) 6.8 in
November 44°F (6°C) 10.9 in Wettest
December 39°F (4°C) 9.1 in Coldest

East Cambie has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 39°F in December to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 68.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (10.9") and July the driest (2.1").

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