Molson Lake (Manitoba)

Lake Remote Manitoba lake popular for fishing and boating

Molson Lake lies in Manitoba’s boreal region and supports fishing, canoeing and remote lodges; anglers seek walleye and northern pike amid forested shorelines.

Molson Lake (Manitoba)
54.2012, -96.7505

Tips for Visiting Molson Lake (Manitoba) #

  • Most practical access is by floatplane or charter from regional hubs-confirm schedules and bookings with outfitters in Thompson or other northern Manitoba towns well in advance.
  • Expect minimal on-site services and limited road access; obtain any required permits or fishing licences before you go, and confirm seasonal ice‑breakup and landing conditions with your outfitter.
  • Plan logistics around seasonal changes-summer is the usual season for fishing and floatplane access, while spring and fall can be constrained by ice and weather.

Best Time to Visit Molson Lake (Manitoba) #

Visit in mid-summer (June-August) when the lake is reliably ice-free and best for fishing and paddling.

Summer (best access)
June-August · 8-20°C
Short, mild summer is the best time for fishing, boating and canoeing when the lake is ice-free and access is easiest.
Shoulder seasons
May, September-October · 0-10°C
Cool conditions with a shorter season for water activities; lingering ice can occur in early May or return by October.
Winter
November-April · -40 to -5°C (extremes possible)
Long, cold winter with thick lake ice and very limited recreational boating - area is primarily accessible for winter activities for experienced visitors.

Weather & Climate near Molson Lake (Manitoba) #

Climate

Molson Lake (Manitoba)'s climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -27°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (515 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
22°
Warmest Month
-27°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -17°C and lows of -27°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-22°
Feels Like Freezing
-22°C
Temperature
-27° -17°

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of -13°C and lows of -24°C. The driest month with just 18 mm.

Comfort

-19°
Feels Like Freezing
-19°C
Temperature
-24° -13°

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -18°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-18° -5°

Weather

24 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-8°

Weather

25 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 (47 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 10°

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 22°

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with 78 mm of rain.

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 21°

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-10° -4°

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -14°C and lows of -23°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-18°
Feels Like Freezing
-18°C
Temperature
-23° -14°

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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