Winchester Bay, Oregon facts for kids
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Winchester Bay, Oregon
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Census-designated place (CDP)
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| Motto(s):
"Crab Capital of the World"
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Location of Winchester Bay, Oregon
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Douglas |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.55 sq mi (9.21 km2) |
| • Land | 2.65 sq mi (6.86 km2) |
| • Water | 0.91 sq mi (2.34 km2) |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 462 |
| • Density | 174.41/sq mi (67.33/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
97467
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| Area code(s) | 458 and 541 |
| FIPS code | 41-83050 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1152475 |
Winchester Bay, once called Umpqua City, is a small community in Douglas County, Oregon, United States. It is not an official city but is a place where people live. The U.S. government counts it as a special area for statistics. In 2020, about 462 people lived there. The community of Umpqua City was started in 1850.
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Geography and Weather in Winchester Bay
Winchester Bay is located on the coast of Oregon. It covers an area of about 9.21 square kilometers (3.55 square miles). Most of this area is land, but a good part of it is water.
What's the Weather Like?
Winchester Bay has a mild climate, meaning it doesn't get too hot or too cold. It rains a lot, especially in winter. Summers are usually cool and pleasant.
| Climate data for Winchester Bay, Oregon | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 70 (21) |
80 (27) |
82 (28) |
93 (34) |
98 (37) |
98 (37) |
101 (38) |
102 (39) |
101 (38) |
94 (34) |
80 (27) |
69 (21) |
102 (39) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 53.9 (12.2) |
55.3 (12.9) |
56.4 (13.6) |
58.9 (14.9) |
62.5 (16.9) |
65.6 (18.7) |
69.6 (20.9) |
70.4 (21.3) |
70.8 (21.6) |
64.8 (18.2) |
57.7 (14.3) |
52.8 (11.6) |
61.6 (16.4) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 39.3 (4.1) |
38.8 (3.8) |
39.5 (4.2) |
41.9 (5.5) |
46.0 (7.8) |
49.4 (9.7) |
51.8 (11.0) |
51.9 (11.1) |
50.0 (10.0) |
45.7 (7.6) |
42.0 (5.6) |
39.4 (4.1) |
44.6 (7.0) |
| Record low °F (°C) | 12 (−11) |
16 (−9) |
23 (−5) |
24 (−4) |
28 (−2) |
30 (−1) |
35 (2) |
33 (1) |
28 (−2) |
25 (−4) |
17 (−8) |
10 (−12) |
10 (−12) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 11.14 (283) |
10.59 (269) |
10.35 (263) |
6.06 (154) |
3.58 (91) |
2.52 (64) |
0.35 (8.9) |
0.67 (17) |
2.60 (66) |
6.18 (157) |
10.63 (270) |
12.21 (310) |
76.88 (1,953) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 0.7 (1.8) |
0.2 (0.51) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0.3 (0.76) |
1.2 (3.0) |
| Average rainy days | 19.4 | 17.0 | 18.9 | 16.4 | 12.9 | 9.4 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 6.1 | 12.2 | 20.3 | 19.3 | 161.0 |
| Average relative humidity (%) | 85 | 84 | 82 | 78 | 76 | 75 | 72 | 73 | 73 | 80 | 84 | 86 | 79 |
Who Lives in Winchester Bay?
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| 2020 | 462 | — | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2020, the population of Winchester Bay was 462 people. This number comes from the official U.S. Census.
Economy and Fun Activities
The local Winchester Bay Merchant Association works to help businesses grow in the community. Tourism is a very important part of the economy. Many visitors come to Winchester Bay for fun activities.
Popular Tourist Attractions
- Sand Dunes: People love to ride RVs and other vehicles on the big sand dunes nearby.
- Umpqua River Lighthouse: You can take tours of the historic Umpqua River Lighthouse. It's a great place to learn about the area's history.
- Crabbing: The bay is famous for crabbing! Many people come here to catch crabs. Winchester Bay is even called the "Crab Capital of the World."
Annual Events
The biggest event each year is the Dune Fest. This is usually a five-day festival where people enjoy the sand dunes and other activities.
Local Services
If someone needs medical care, the Lower Umpqua Hospital is in Reedsport, a town close by.
See also
In Spanish: Winchester Bay para niños
