Hottah Lake
Lake Large glacial lake in Northwest Territories
A remote lake in the Northwest Territories, Hottah Lake attracts anglers, canoeists and backcountry campers seeking boreal and subarctic landscapes; access is limited and often by floatplane or long forest roads.
How to Get to Hottah Lake #
Remote access requires charter aircraft or long overland travel from regional centers like Yellowknife; floatplanes are frequently used in summer. Travel planning should involve local outfitters and permits.
Tips for Visiting Hottah Lake #
- If planning a canoe or kayak trip, be prepared for long portages and variable weather; hire local guides for remote-water experience.
- Fishers prize the lake for pike and lake trout; secure local permits and check seasonal regulations.
- Summer is short - plan itineraries tightly and allow extra days for weather delays.
Best Time to Visit Hottah Lake #
Best visited in summer for boating and fishing; winter access is possible but extreme and requires specialized gear.
Weather & Climate near Hottah Lake #
Hottah Lake's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -30°C to 19°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -22°C and lows of -30°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -20°C and lows of -29°C. The driest month with just 10 mm.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -13°C and lows of -24°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -14°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 45 mm of rain.
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September
September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).
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October
October is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).
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November
November is freezing with highs of -11°C and lows of -18°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -18°C and lows of -26°C. Light rainfall.
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