Grand Lake (Newfoundland and Labrador)Grand Lake (Newfoundland and Labrador) at a Glance
About Grand Lake (Newfoundland and Labrador)
Grand Lake is a freshwater lake on the island of Newfoundland in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. It is one of the island’s inland lakes and is part of the local freshwater network.
The lake is used locally for recreation and freshwater activities by nearby communities rather than being a major provincial tourist attraction.
Grand Lake is a natural lake formed in Newfoundland’s interior landscape and does not have a widely documented built history beyond local use.
Geographically it lies on the island of Newfoundland within the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Best Time to Visit Grand Lake (Newfoundland and Labrador)
Summer offers the easiest access and most comfortable conditions for outdoor activity around the lake.
Weather & Climate near Grand Lake (Newfoundland and Labrador)
Grand Lake (Newfoundland and Labrador)'s climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -12°C to 20°C. Abundant rainfall (1057 mm/year), wettest in August.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -11° - -3° | -13° | 97 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -12° - -3° | -14° | 72 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -8° - 1° | -9° | 67 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -3° - 5° | -3° | 63 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 1° - 10° | 3° | 75 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 5° - 15° | 8° | 82 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 9° - 19° | 14° | 88 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 10° - 20° | 15° | 108 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 7° - 16° | 11° | 102 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 3° - 10° | 4° | 106 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -1° - 4° | -2° | 98 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -7° - 0° | -9° | 99 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
How to Get to Grand Lake (Newfoundland and Labrador)
Grand Lake is accessible by road from nearby towns in central Newfoundland-consult Newfoundland and Labrador provincial maps for the best driving routes. Expect rural roads and limited services close to the lake.
Tips for Visiting Grand Lake (Newfoundland and Labrador)
- Roads into Newfoundland's interior can be long and sparsely serviced-plan fuel and supplies.
- Expect insect activity in summer near lakes; a midges/head net can be useful.
- Fishing licenses may be required for anglers-check provincial regulations.