Oxford Lake

Lake Large Manitoba lake within Churchill River system

Located in northern Manitoba near the community of Oxford House, Oxford Lake is part of canoe routes and fishing country; visitors reach it by road and regional air services for remote-wilderness trips.

Oxford Lake
54.8494, -95.6318

How to Get to Oxford Lake #

Oxford Lake is reached by road from larger Manitoba towns; the nearest major centres with scheduled service are Thompson or The Pas depending on the lake’s sector. Travel in this part of Manitoba often requires a vehicle capable of handling unpaved roads.

Tips for Visiting Oxford Lake #

  • Fishing licenses may be required for certain techniques; check Manitoba regulations before casting.
  • The area is remote; plan for fuel and supplies before leaving larger towns like Thompson.
  • Autumn offers impressive migrations and color - consider a late-September visit for wildlife watching.

Best Time to Visit Oxford Lake #

Summer is best for open-water activities; late summer through early autumn offers wildlife and colors.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 10-25°C (50-77°F)
Warmest and most accessible season for boating and fishing.
Autumn
Sep-Oct · -5-10°C (23-50°F)
Crisp days and good chances for wildlife sightings; mosquitoes reduce later in the season.

Weather & Climate near Oxford Lake #

Climate

Oxford Lake's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -27°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (524 mm/year).

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

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -18°C and lows of -27°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-23°
Feels Like Freezing
-23°C
Temperature
-27° -18°

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of -14°C and lows of -26°C. The driest month with just 18 mm.

Comfort

-20°
Feels Like Freezing
-20°C
Temperature
-26° -14°

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -20°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-13°
Feels Like Freezing
-13°C
Temperature
-20° -6°

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-9°

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with 84 mm of rain.

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 22°

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 21°

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

45 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-12° -5°

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -14°C and lows of -24°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-19°
Feels Like Freezing
-19°C
Temperature
-24° -15°

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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