Emerald Lake (Yukon)
Lake Remote glacial lake in Yukon, scenic wilderness
How to Get to Emerald Lake (Yukon) #
Access requires travel into Yukon territory - often via Whitehorse and then by gravel roads or floatplane depending on the specific lake landing. Local outfitters in Yukon communities can advise on the safest approaches.
Tips for Visiting Emerald Lake (Yukon) #
- Bring insect protection - Yukon summers are short but buggy near still lakes.
- Plan for limited services and cell coverage; pack warm layers even in summer.
- If paddling, be prepared for sudden winds and bring a VHF radio or reliable communication device.
Best Time to Visit Emerald Lake (Yukon) #
Visit in summer (June-August) for accessible trails, long days, and milder temperatures.
Weather & Climate near Emerald Lake (Yukon) #
Emerald Lake (Yukon)'s climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -24°C to 20°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -14°C and lows of -24°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -20°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -15°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 7°C and lows of -7°C. The driest month with just 5 mm.
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May
May is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with 36 mm of rain.
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October
October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -18°C. Light rainfall.
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