Dauphin Lake
Lake Shallow prairie lake in Manitoba used for recreation
Near the Manitoba town of Dauphin, Dauphin Lake provides shallow waters for boating, fishing and birdwatching; anglers target walleye and perch while shoreline parks offer picnicking.
Dauphin Lake is a freshwater lake in west-central Manitoba, Canada, located near the town of Dauphin and forming part of the region’s wetland and recreational landscape. The lake supports recreational boating, fishing and shoreline cottages.
Anglers use the lake for sport fishing and the surrounding wetlands provide habitat for waterfowl and other birds, making it a regional destination for outdoor activities. Facilities and seasonal services around the lake support cottages and day visitors.
Historically the lake and adjacent lowlands have been important for local communities and agriculture, with the town of Dauphin acting as the regional service centre. Water levels and ecological management are local considerations for recreation and wildlife.
Dauphin Lake lies in Manitoba’s prairie-parkland zone, immediately adjacent to the town of Dauphin and within driving distance of Riding Mountain National Park to the south and southeast.
- Recreation and wildlife: lies adjacent to the town of Dauphin and the lake and its wetlands are used for boating, angling and seasonal birdwatching.
How to Get to Dauphin Lake #
Dauphin Lake is reached by road from the town of Dauphin in Manitoba. Dauphin sits at the junction of Provincial Trunk Highways PTH 5 and PTH 10; from Dauphin city centre it’s a short drive to various lakeshore parks and cottages. From Winnipeg the drive to the Dauphin area is roughly 300 km northwest (several hours by car). Local access around the lake is by car; public transit is limited.
Best Time to Visit Dauphin Lake #
For typical recreational visits, late spring through summer (May-August) is best when the lake is unfrozen and boating/fishing are available.
Weather & Climate near Dauphin Lake #
Dauphin Lake'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 -23°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (501 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -13°C and lows of -23°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -20°C. The driest month with just 14 mm.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -13°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 80 mm of rain.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm).
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November
November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -19°C. Light rainfall.
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