Grand Lake (Newfoundland and Labrador)

Lake Freshwater lake in Newfoundland and Labrador

On Newfoundland’s west coast, Grand Lake attracts anglers and paddlers; the forested shoreline provides boating, fishing and trail access into boreal country.

Grand Lake is a freshwater lake on the island of Newfoundland in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. It is one of the island’s inland lakes and is part of the local freshwater network.

The lake is used locally for recreation and freshwater activities by nearby communities rather than being a major provincial tourist attraction.

Grand Lake is a natural lake formed in Newfoundland’s interior landscape and does not have a widely documented built history beyond local use.

Geographically it lies on the island of Newfoundland within the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Grand Lake (Newfoundland and Labrador)
48.9139, -57.4992

How to Get to Grand Lake (Newfoundland and Labrador) #

Grand Lake is accessible by road from nearby towns in central Newfoundland-consult Newfoundland and Labrador provincial maps for the best driving routes. Expect rural roads and limited services close to the lake.

Tips for Visiting Grand Lake (Newfoundland and Labrador) #

  • Roads into Newfoundland's interior can be long and sparsely serviced-plan fuel and supplies.
  • Expect insect activity in summer near lakes; a midges/head net can be useful.
  • Fishing licenses may be required for anglers-check provincial regulations.

Best Time to Visit Grand Lake (Newfoundland and Labrador) #

Summer offers the easiest access and most comfortable conditions for outdoor activity around the lake.

Summer
June-September · 8-20°C (46-68°F)
Warmest and driest conditions for boating and camping.
Late spring/early autumn
May, October · 0-12°C (32-54°F)
Quieter and more likely to see migrating birds, but colder.

Weather & Climate near Grand Lake (Newfoundland and Labrador) #

Climate

Grand Lake (Newfoundland and Labrador)'s climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -12°C to 20°C. Abundant rainfall (1057 mm/year), wettest in August.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
20°
Warmest Month
-12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -11°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-11° -3°

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm).

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-12° -3°

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm).

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-8°

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
15°

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (108 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

102 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm).

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7°

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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