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.
Buffalo Lake (Alberta) at a Glance#
Address: Buffalo Lake area, Alberta, Canada
Admission: 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.
Weather & Climate near Buffalo Lake (Alberta)#
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.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -7°C and lows of -18°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -15°C. The driest month with just 14 mm.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with 93 mm of rain.
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August
August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -15°C. Light rainfall.