Wanham, Alberta facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Wanham
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 Wanham
Location in Alberta
Wanham
Location in Canada
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
| Region | Northern Alberta |
| Census division | 17 |
| Municipal district | Birch Hills County |
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| • Type | Unincorporated |
| Area
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| • Land | 0.98 km2 (0.38 sq mi) |
| Population
(2021)
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| • Total | 141 |
| • Density | 143.3/km2 (371/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−07:00 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−06:00 (MDT) |
| Area code(s) | 780, 587, 825 |
Wanham (pronounced "WAHN-um") is a small community called a hamlet in northern Alberta, Canada. It is part of Birch Hills County. Wanham is located about 29 kilometers (18 miles) east of Rycroft. It is also about 106 kilometers (66 miles) north of Grande Prairie. This area is known for its farmlands in the Peace River Country. The Saddle River, which flows into the Peace River, is just north of Wanham. The name Wanham might have come from a place in England.
The main jobs in Wanham are in agriculture (farming) and ranching (raising animals). The community helps support the farms around it. A wood products factory called Newpro used to be a big employer here. It closed down in 2006.
A Look Back in Time
Wanham started in 1916. It was a stop on the Edmonton, Dunvegan and British Columbia Railway line. The first post office in Wanham opened in 1918.
Wanham used to be a village. This means it had its own local government. But in 1999, it became part of Birch Hills County. This change happened by a special government decision. Today, the main office for Birch Hills County is located right in Wanham.
People and Numbers
The number of people living in Wanham changes over time. Here is a quick look at how the population has changed:
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In 2021, Statistics Canada counted 141 people living in Wanham. They lived in 58 homes. This was an increase from 124 people in 2016. Wanham covers a small area of about 0.98 square kilometers.
Fun Things to Do
Wanham hosts a yearly plowing competition. This event has been happening since 1971. It is now called the Alberta Provincial and Canadian Plowing Match. You can see horse-drawn antique farm equipment. There is also live music and a fashion show.
The Grizzly Bear Prairie Museum is another attraction in Wanham. It is open during certain seasons. A group called the Community of Cooperating Organization (COCO) started the museum in 1979. It officially opened its doors in 1981.
Weather in Wanham
Wanham has a climate with warm summers and cold winters. Here are some facts about the weather:
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °C (°F) | 11.7 (53.1) |
14.5 (58.1) |
17.2 (63.0) |
29.4 (84.9) |
32 (90) |
33.9 (93.0) |
33 (91) |
36 (97) |
31.5 (88.7) |
26.7 (80.1) |
18 (64) |
11 (52) |
33.9 (93.0) |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | −9.3 (15.3) |
−6 (21) |
0.9 (33.6) |
10.3 (50.5) |
17.3 (63.1) |
20.7 (69.3) |
22.4 (72.3) |
21 (70) |
16.1 (61.0) |
9.4 (48.9) |
−2 (28) |
−8 (18) |
7.7 (45.9) |
| Daily mean °C (°F) | −14.8 (5.4) |
−11.7 (10.9) |
−4.8 (23.4) |
4.2 (39.6) |
10.5 (50.9) |
14.5 (58.1) |
16.2 (61.2) |
14.8 (58.6) |
10 (50) |
3.9 (39.0) |
−6.8 (19.8) |
−13.3 (8.1) |
1.9 (35.4) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | −20.3 (−4.5) |
−17.3 (0.9) |
−10.5 (13.1) |
−1.9 (28.6) |
3.8 (38.8) |
8.2 (46.8) |
10 (50) |
8.4 (47.1) |
3.8 (38.8) |
−1.5 (29.3) |
−11.5 (11.3) |
−18.7 (−1.7) |
−4 (25) |
| Record low °C (°F) | −48.3 (−54.9) |
−45 (−49) |
−37 (−35) |
−22.8 (−9.0) |
−7.2 (19.0) |
−3.9 (25.0) |
0 (32) |
−4.5 (23.9) |
−10.6 (12.9) |
−28 (−18) |
−41.1 (−42.0) |
−50 (−58) |
−50 (−58) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 29.1 (1.15) |
21.4 (0.84) |
18.6 (0.73) |
22.2 (0.87) |
40.6 (1.60) |
75.8 (2.98) |
72.4 (2.85) |
65.8 (2.59) |
42.2 (1.66) |
28 (1.1) |
24.2 (0.95) |
27.8 (1.09) |
468 (18.4) |
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