Ennadai Lake
Lake Remote Nunavut lake within subarctic tundra
Remote tundra lake in Nunavut, once home to Inuit communities; visitors arrive by air for fly‑in fishing, hunting and to study arctic wildlife and landscape.
How to Get to Ennadai Lake #
Ennadai Lake is accessible primarily by floatplane from regional centers in Nunavut; travel requires planning with licensed outfitters and coordination with Inuit communities and authorities.
Tips for Visiting Ennadai Lake #
- Plan trips with experienced charter pilots or floatplane operators - Ennadai Lake is remote and services are seasonal
- If travelling for cultural reasons, contact local Inuit authorities for coordination and guidance
- Bring winter-grade clothing outside of the brief summer window; insect protection is essential in midsummer
Best Time to Visit Ennadai Lake #
Mid-June through August is the practical season for access by floatplane and for fieldwork.
Weather & Climate near Ennadai Lake #
Ennadai Lake's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -32°C to 17°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -24°C and lows of -32°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -22°C and lows of -31°C. The driest month with just 6 mm.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -15°C and lows of -26°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -16°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 58 mm of rain.
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August
August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).
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October
October is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).
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November
November is freezing with highs of -13°C and lows of -20°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -21°C and lows of -28°C. Light rainfall.
