Douglas Provincial Park

Park Saskatchewan park on Qu'Appelle River with camping

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Douglas Provincial Park
51.0473, -106.4595

How to Get to Douglas Provincial Park #

Douglas Provincial Park is reached by road; confirm the nearest highway and access point from Saskatchewan Highways. The park is best reached by car from the nearest regional centre; check local maps for the park’s official access road and seasonal closures.

Tips for Visiting Douglas Provincial Park #

  • If planning to camp, reserve sites well in advance through Saskatchewan Parks' reservation system during July and August.
  • Bring binoculars for spring and fall bird migrations-waterfowl and shorebirds use the park's wetlands.
  • Use the park's main access off Highway 22 (verify seasonal closures in winter).
  • Check local road conditions in winter; access can be limited by snow.

Best Time to Visit Douglas Provincial Park #

Best visited late spring through early fall for camping, paddling and birdwatching; winters are harsh and many facilities are seasonal.

Summer (June-August)
June-August · 12-25°C
Warm days for boating and camping, highest visitor numbers.
Spring & Fall (April-May, September-October)
Apr-May, Sep-Oct · 0-15°C
Migratory birds and cooler hiking conditions; quieter than summer.
Winter (November-March)
Nov-Mar · -25-0°C
Mostly closed for recreation; snow can make access difficult.

Weather & Climate near Douglas Provincial Park #

Climate

Douglas 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 -21°C to 26°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-21°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -10°C and lows of -21°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-16°
Feels Like Freezing
-16°C
Temperature
-21° -10°

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -17°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

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

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
4.5 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

16 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2° 11°

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
5.0 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
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with 63 mm of rain.

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
23°

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
12° 26°

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
11° 26°

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 12°

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -9°C. The driest month with just 11 mm.

Comfort

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

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -18°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-13°
Feels Like Freezing
-13°C
Temperature
-18° -7°

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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