Lake Chaubunagungamaug
Lake Massachusetts lake famous for notably long Algonquian name
Lake Chaubunagungamaug in Webster, Massachusetts, is notable for its long Algonquian-derived name and local recreation: boating, fishing and shoreline parks draw weekend anglers and boaters.
Lake Chaubunagungamaug is a freshwater lake in Webster, Massachusetts, noted locally for its long Native American name and recreational use.
The lake’s name derives from an Algonquian phrase and has been used in several variant spellings over time; the lake has long been a local centre for recreation and settlement. European-American development around the lake increased in the 19th and 20th centuries with camps, homes and public amenities.
Located in the town of Webster in Worcester County, the lake sits in central Massachusetts roughly 60 miles west of Boston and is surrounded by mixed woodland and residential areas.
- Alternate name: Also commonly called Webster Lake and famous for its long Algonquian name that is often cited in lists of long place names in the United States.
How to Get to Lake Chaubunagungamaug #
Webster Lake is in Webster, Massachusetts, about 60-70 miles (1-1.5 hours) southwest of Boston by road via I-495 and MA-16/US-20. Local parking and public access points are scattered around the shore; the town center is a short drive from lake access sites.
Tips for Visiting Lake Chaubunagungamaug #
- If seeking the famously long Algonquian name (often rendered with 45 letters), ask locals for the Cape Cod pronunciation-most people call it Webster Lake or by its shorter variant.
- Fishing and paddling are popular; check local boat-launch rules and private-residence restrictions on the shoreline.
- Seasonal birding is worthwhile-expect common freshwater species and migratory visitors in spring and autumn.
Best Time to Visit Lake Chaubunagungamaug #
Summer for recreational use; early autumn for quieter visits and foliage.
Weather & Climate near Lake Chaubunagungamaug #
Lake Chaubunagungamaug's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -10°C to 28°C. Abundant rainfall (1205 mm/year), wettest in November, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -10°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -10°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (115 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm).
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