Oxford LakeOxford Lake at a Glance#
When to Go
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).
Air Quality:
AQI 19
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
22°
Warmest Month
-27°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -27° - -18° | -32° | 20 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -26° - -14° | -28° | 18 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -20° - -6° | -20° | 23 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -9° - 4° | -7° | 26 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 0° - 12° | 3° | 46 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 7° - 19° | 13° | 64 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 11° - 22° | 17° | 84 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 10° - 21° | 16° | 76 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 5° - 14° | 7° | 61 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | -1° - 6° | -2° | 45 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -12° - -5° | -15° | 35 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -24° - -15° | -27° | 26 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
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.