Metlakatla, British Columbia Weather
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About Metlakatla, British Columbia
Metlakatla is a community in Range 5 Coast Land District, British Columbia, Canada. It is classified as a town. Metlakatla is located at 54.3369°N, 130.4461°W. It observes Pacific Time (UTC−8 / −7). Postal code area: V8J.
Metlakatla rests upon the rugged Pacific coast within the Prospect Hill, where the saltwater air carries the sharp, clean scent of cedar and brine. It lies 8.3 km west-north-west of Prince Rupert, BC (from Prince Rupert, BC: bearing 289°T), and is situated 3.8 km north-west of Digby Island. The land rises in steep, verdant contours, feeling the weight of the rain that keeps the moss thick and the ferns vibrant against the dark earth. Tsook Lake sits quietly just 2 km away, offering a still, freshwater mirror to the dense greenery that characterizes this corner of the Range 5 Coast Land District. Further out, the Lucy Islands Conservancy breaks the horizon 12 km distant, guarding the approaches where the sea meets the sky in a soft, grey blur. The Shawatlan River flows 12 km from the settlement, its steady movement providing a constant, low murmur that persists even when the wind dies down. Metlakatla maintains a profound connection to its Indigenous heritage, honoring traditions that have sustained its people through the changing cycles of the coast. The local economy finds its strength in the bounty of the sea and the careful stewardship of the surrounding natural resources, reflecting a way of life that prioritizes balance with the terrain. Days in Metlakatla unfold with a deliberate focus, whether residents are preparing for the harvest or gathering to share stories that bridge the gap between past and present generations. Even as industry and modern life touch the edges of the coast, the core of Metlakatla stays anchored in the quiet strength of its people and the enduring character of the land itself.
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| Location | Metlakatla, Range 5 Coast Land District, British Columbia |
| Coordinates | 54.336944°N, 130.446111°W |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (UTC−8 / −7) |
| Postal FSA | V8J |
| Area Code | 236, 250, 604, 672, 778 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), Environment and Climate Change Canada |
About This Metlakatla, British Columbia Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Metlakatla, British Columbia, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, ECCC extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modelled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES satellite imagery. Additional sections may include marine and fishing conditions with a solunar forecast for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live Water Survey of Canada river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Metlakatla includes coordinates 54.336944°N, 130.446111°W, situated in Range 5 Coast Land District. Postal FSA: V8J. Telephone area code: 236, 250, 604, 672, 778. Timezone: Pacific Time (UTC−8 / −7).
Weather data is sourced from Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov, with a modelled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. River and stream data is sourced from Water Survey of Canada (WSC) via the ECCC GeoMet realtime hydrometric feed. Marine and solunar data are modelled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-19 and is public domain.