Buffalo Lake (Alberta)

Lake Shallow prairie lake in central Alberta, supports wildlife

A prairie‑edge lake in central Alberta used for angling, boating, shoreline picnics and birdwatching, with local trails and seasonal recreational access.

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Buffalo Lake (Alberta)
Buffalo Lake area, Alberta, Canada
52.4925, -112.9156
No formal admission (provincial/municipal access varies)

How to Get to Buffalo Lake (Alberta) #

Depending on which Buffalo Lake is the destination, reach the Stettler-area Buffalo Lake from Highway 12 and local secondary roads east of Red Deer; other Buffalo Lakes will have different routes-confirm the specific lake name and nearest town before travel.

Tips for Visiting Buffalo Lake (Alberta) #

  • Check which Buffalo Lake is intended-multiple lakes share the name in Alberta and services vary
  • Some Buffalo Lake Provincial Park areas near Stettler have boat launches-verify seasonal closures before arrival
  • Local fishing regulations and licences apply-confirm with Alberta Environment and Parks

Best Time to Visit Buffalo Lake (Alberta) #

Summer offers best recreational access; spring and fall are good for birding.

Summer (Jun-Aug)
June-August · 10-25°C
Warmest weather and best time for boating and birdwatching.
Spring-Fall (Apr-Oct)
April-October · 0-20°C
Migratory birds pass through in spring and fall; variable conditions.
Winter (Nov-Mar)
November-March · -30-0°C
Frozen lake surfaces and limited access; winter fishing possible in some areas.

Weather & Climate near Buffalo Lake (Alberta) #

Climate

Buffalo Lake (Alberta)'s climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -18°C to 22°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
23°
Warmest Month
-18°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -7°C and lows of -18°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-18° -7°

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -15°C. The driest month with just 14 mm.

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-15° -4°

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

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

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

22 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
20°

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with 93 mm of rain.

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 23°

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 22°

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

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

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -15°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-15° -5°

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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