Garry Lake
Lake Remote Arctic lake within Nunavut
A remote tundra lake in Nunavut’s Kivalliq region reached mainly by floatplane; anglers and hunters use the area seasonally, and it sits within traditional Inuit land-use zones.
How to Get to Garry Lake #
Garry Lake is in Nunavut’s interior; access is typically by chartered aircraft from regional hubs like Yellowknife or Rankin Inlet, or by long overland logistical routes for organized expeditions. Contact local authorities and Inuit organizations for permissions and transport arrangements.
Tips for Visiting Garry Lake #
- Garry Lake lies in remote Nunavut-travel requires chartered floatplane or arranged community transport.
- Plan long stays and bring redundancies for supplies; there are no services on-site.
- Respect Inuit land use and wildlife guidelines; coordinate with local authorities for hunting/fishing rules.
Best Time to Visit Garry Lake #
Summer months (June-August) offer the most practical access via charter flights or boat where applicable.
Weather & Climate near Garry Lake #
Garry Lake's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -36°C to 12°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -28°C and lows of -36°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -28°C and lows of -36°C. The driest month with just 4 mm and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -23°C and lows of -32°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -13°C and lows of -23°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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May
May is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -11°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).
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August
August is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with 33 mm of rain and breezy conditions.
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September
September is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -11°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -17°C and lows of -25°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -24°C and lows of -32°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.
