Beothuk Lake

Lake Freshwater lake in Labrador with remote shoreline

Beothuk Lake is a lake in the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador. It is a natural inland water body located within that province.

The lake is a freshwater feature in the provincial landscape; details about recreational facilities or public access at this specific lake are not widely documented.

The lake carries a name that references the historic Beothuk people of Newfoundland, but specific historical developments tied to this lake are not broadly recorded in general sources.

Beothuk Lake is located in Newfoundland and Labrador at the provided coordinates.

Beothuk Lake
48.7501, -56.7481

How to Get to Beothuk Lake #

The lake is in Newfoundland and Labrador and is reached via local roads from the nearest service towns; because of remote stretches, plan travel with local maps and inform local authorities of intended routes.

Tips for Visiting Beothuk Lake #

  • Access is remote; bring detailed maps and arrange transport with local operators familiar with Newfoundland's backcountry roads.
  • Fishing and canoeing are seasonal; check provincial regulations and obtain any required permits.
  • Weather can shift quickly; be prepared for fog and sudden wind even in summer.

Best Time to Visit Beothuk Lake #

Summer months provide the most reliable access and milder weather for exploration.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 8-18°C (46-64°F)
Best time for outdoor access and fishing; long daylight hours.
Late Spring/Early Autumn
May, Sep · 0-12°C (32-54°F)
Fewer people and crisp air; rivers and lakes may be quieter for wildlife watching.

Weather & Climate near Beothuk Lake #

Climate

Beothuk Lake's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -13°C to 20°C. Abundant rainfall (1146 mm/year), wettest in December, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
20°
Warmest Month
-13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -11°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -13°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm).

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-13° -3°

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -9°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-9°

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 19°

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 20°

Weather

109 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (112 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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