Danielson Provincial Park Park

Saskatchewan provincial park on Lake Diefenbaker offering recreation

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Address
Danielson Provincial Park, Saskatchewan (park office address available on provincial parks site)
51.26677, -106.83457
Hours
Day-use hours seasonal (dawn-dusk); campground times vary by season
Admission
Day-use fees may apply; consult Saskatchewan Parks for current rates

How to Get to Danielson Provincial Park#

The park is accessed from nearby highways off the Trans-Canada route and is located on Lake Diefenbaker; consult Tourism Saskatchewan or provincial park maps for exact directions from Moose Jaw or other regional centers.

Tips for Visiting Danielson Provincial Park#

  • Bring binoculars for river and marsh birdwatching - the park's lakes and river margins host a variety of waterfowl.
  • The campground near the river is more sheltered from winds; reserve early in summer.
  • If planning to fish, check provincial licensing and seasonal regulations.

Best Time to Visit Danielson Provincial Park#

Summer for full services and water activities; spring and fall for fewer crowds and good wildlife viewing.

Summer
June-August · 12-25°C (54-77°F)
Camping, boating and fishing at their best; busiest season.
Autumn
September-October · 0-15°C (32-59°F)
Quieter campgrounds and good fall birding.

Weather & Climate near Danielson Provincial Park#

Climate

Danielson Provincial Park's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -20°C to 25°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-20°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -11°C and lows of -20°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-16°
Feels Like Freezing
-16°C
Temperature
-20° -11°

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -16°C. The driest month with just 10 mm.

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-17° -7°

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -10°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

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

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2° 10°

Weather

22 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with 61 mm of rain.

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
12° 25°

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
11° 25°

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-8°

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -16°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-17° -6°

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze