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Weather & Climate in Hammond, BC
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Hammond experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 74.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 48.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (5°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 51.5°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 216 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Area | 99.8 sq mi (258.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 127/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.2193°N, 122.6533°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
315 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 | 55 km | 12 km |
| Feb 21, 2025 | 28 km W of Squamish, Canada | M4.8 | 83 km | 10 km |
| Mar 3, 2025 | 2025 Orcas Island, Washington | M4.5 | 69 km | 16 km |
| Jun 24, 1997 | 19 km SSW of Gibsons, Canada | M4.4 | 70 km | 3 km |
| Feb 19, 1991 | 31 km E of Squamish, Canada | M4.3 | 53 km | 5 km |
| Apr 2, 1990 | 2 km ENE of Deming, Washington | M4.3 | 55 km | 0 km |
| Feb 22, 1996 | 31 km NNE of South Pender Harbour, Canada | M4.1 | 117 km | 2 km |
| Sep 21, 2002 | 9 km SW of Friday Harbor, Washington | M4.1 | 89 km | 23 km |
| Apr 3, 1990 | 3 km ENE of Deming, Washington | M4.0 | 55 km | 1 km |
| Apr 14, 1990 | 2 km ESE of Deming, Washington | M4.0 | 56 km | 3 km |
| Dec 27, 2012 | 12 km E of North Saanich, Canada | M4.0 | 77 km | 54 km |
| Sep 26, 2024 | 12 km E of Saanichton, Canada | M4.0 | 83 km | 52 km |
| Jul 1, 2009 | 4 km SE of Coupeville, Washington | M4.0 | 114 km | 58 km |
| Mar 6, 2025 | 14 km SW of Blyn, Washington | M3.9 | 148 km | 42 km |
| Mar 17, 2004 | 3 km SW of Clear Lake, Washington | M3.8 | 91 km | 0 km |
| Dec 11, 1999 | 10 km NNE of Oak Bay, Canada | M3.7 | 88 km | 49 km |
| Feb 14, 2025 | 16 km SSE of Victoria, Canada | M3.7 | 113 km | 40 km |
| Feb 8, 2011 | 7 km WNW of Friday Harbor, Washington | M3.6 | 80 km | 52 km |
| Oct 4, 2024 | 22 km NNE of Ganges, Canada | M3.6 | 58 km | 61 km |
| Jun 21, 1990 | 4 km ENE of Deming, Washington | M3.6 | 56 km | 1 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 | — | 54 km |
| 1891 | WASHINGTON | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.4 m | — | 149 km |
| 1820 | CAMANO ISLAND, WA | Meteorological | — | — | 131 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (75 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 75 km |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 79 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 83 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 110 km |
| Glacier Peak | Stratovolcano | 3,213 m (10,541 ft) | 1700 | 167 km |
| Meager | Complex | 2,680 m (8,793 ft) | -410 | 168 km |
| Bridge River Cones | Volcanic field | 2,500 m (8,202 ft) | Unknown | 184 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Wildfire History
4 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: COPPER LAKE (3,825 acres, 2022).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2022 | COPPER LAKE | 3,825 | 95 km |
| 2022 | BRUSH CREEK 2 | 3,186 | 99 km |
| 2022 | SILESIA | 2,737 | 89 km |
| 2022 | LITTLE CHILL | 2,242 | 91 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 11.3 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 7.6 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 7.3 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 6.3 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 5.1 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 8.4 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 12.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 10.0 in | Coldest |
Hammond has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 36°F in December to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 81.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (12.9") and August the driest (2.6").