Atikonak Lake

Lake Remote lake in Newfoundland and Labrador

A remote lake in Newfoundland and Labrador popular with anglers and paddlers; reached via backcountry routes and valued for boreal forest scenery and wildlife viewing.

Atikonak Lake
Atikonak Lake area, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
52.6669, -64.5318

How to Get to Atikonak Lake #

The lake is in inland Newfoundland and Labrador; access is typically by logging roads, private track, or floatplane. Exact approach depends on local topography and landowner permissions.

Tips for Visiting Atikonak Lake #

  • Bring a topographic map and GPS; many Canadian lakes in the region are unserviced and require navigation skills.
  • Be prepared for mosquitoes during warm months and possible quick weather changes.

Best Time to Visit Atikonak Lake #

Atikonak Lake sits in a remote Newfoundland and Labrador landscape; visit in summer for the mildest conditions but plan for remoteness.

Summer
June-August · 8-18°C (46-64°F)
Best for fishing and canoeing, though insects can be intense.
Late spring/early autumn
May & September · 2-12°C (36-54°F)
Cooler and quieter; fewer services available.

Weather & Climate near Atikonak Lake #

Climate

Atikonak Lake's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -28°C to 18°C. Moderate rainfall (896 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
18°
Warmest Month
-28°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -16°C and lows of -28°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm).

Comfort

-22°
Feels Like Freezing
-22°C
Temperature
-28° -16°

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of -14°C and lows of -26°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).

Comfort

-20°
Feels Like Freezing
-20°C
Temperature
-26° -14°

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -19°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).

Comfort

-13°
Feels Like Freezing
-13°C
Temperature
-19° -6°

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-10°

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (106 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°

Weather

100 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-11° -3°

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -23°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).

Comfort

-17°
Feels Like Freezing
-17°C
Temperature
-23° -12°

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

Nearby Attractions to Atikonak Lake