Alligator Lake (Yukon)

Lake Large Yukon lake important for recreation and wildlife

A remote lake in Yukon Territory accessed by floatplane or rough tracks; it attracts backcountry paddlers, anglers and wildlife watchers exploring boreal-lake country.

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Alligator Lake (Yukon)
Alligator Lake, Yukon, Canada
60.3850, -135.3539

How to Get to Alligator Lake (Yukon) #

Access is typically by floatplane or bush plane in summer from regional hubs. There are no regular road connections; approach logistics should be arranged with local charter operators in Yukon.

Tips for Visiting Alligator Lake (Yukon) #

  • Check local Yukon travel advisories and bring a satellite communication device if venturing far from trails.
  • Aligators are not here - the lake's name is Old English usage; expect boreal species and possible moose sightings.
  • Fishing may require a Yukon license; validate rules before casting.

Best Time to Visit Alligator Lake (Yukon) #

Summer provides the best access and milder conditions; in remote Yukon, plan logistics carefully.

Summer
June-August · 5-20°C
The only realistic season for canoeing, fishing, and fly‑in access.
Late Spring/Early Fall
May, Sept · -5-10°C
Shoulder seasons with fewer bugs but shorter daylight and possible ice.

Weather & Climate near Alligator Lake (Yukon) #

Climate

Alligator Lake (Yukon)'s climate is classified as Subarctic (Dry Summer) - Subarctic (Dry Summer) climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -22°C to 18°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
18°
Warmest Month
-22°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -12°C and lows of -22°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).

Comfort

-17°
Feels Like Freezing
-17°C
Temperature
-22° -12°

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -19°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm).

Comfort

-14°
Feels Like Freezing
-14°C
Temperature
-19° -8°

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -16°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-16° -4°

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -9°C. The driest month with just 10 mm.

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-9°

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-5°

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -14°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-14° -6°

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -18°C. The wettest month with 51 mm of rain.

Comfort

-13°
Feels Like Freezing
-13°C
Temperature
-18° -9°

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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