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Dauphin Lake

Lake

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.

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Dauphin Lake essentials

Address: Dauphin Lake, Manitoba, Canada
Admission: Free (lake access)

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.
When to Go

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.

Summer (best for boating and fishing)
June-August · 15-25°C
Warm, long days ideal for boating, fishing and lakeside recreation; most recreational services operate in this period.
Shoulder seasons
May, September · 5-18°C
Cooler but pleasant conditions with fewer visitors; good for quieter outings.
Winter (ice season)
November-March · -20-0°C
Lake often freezes in winter; activities shift to ice fishing and winter sports where conditions and local guidance permit.

Weather & Climate near Dauphin Lake#

Climate

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).

Air Quality: AQI 24 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
24°
Warmest Month
-23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - -23° - -13° -26° 23 mm - - 3.5 m/s - -
February - -20° - -9° -21° 14 mm - - 3.6 m/s - -
March - -13° - -2° -14° 25 mm - - 3.7 m/s - -
April - -5° - 6° -3° 29 mm - - 3.9 m/s - -
May - 3° - 14° 6° 48 mm - - 4.1 m/s - -
June - 10° - 21° 16° 80 mm - - 3.7 m/s - -
July - 14° - 24° 19° 77 mm - - 3.4 m/s - -
August - 12° - 23° 18° 61 mm - - 3.5 m/s - -
September - 7° - 17° 12° 57 mm - - 3.8 m/s - -
October - 1° - 10° 2° 37 mm - - 4.0 m/s - -
November - -8° - 0° -9° 25 mm - - 3.9 m/s - -
December - -19° - -9° -21° 25 mm - - 3.7 m/s - -
Getting There & Around

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.