Roy Lake, Minnesota

Reservoir Freshwater lake in Minnesota, used for recreation

Roy Lake in northern Minnesota provides angling, boating and lakeside cottages; seasonal visitors drop in for walleye and bass fishing, kayaking and snowmobiling in winter.

Roy Lake, Minnesota
Roy Lake, Clearwater/Beltrami County area, Minnesota, United States
47.3174, -95.5518

How to Get to Roy Lake, Minnesota #

Roy Lake is in northern Minnesota; access is by local county roads from the nearest towns. Use Minnesota DNR maps or local county resources for exact access points, boat ramps, and parking.

Tips for Visiting Roy Lake, Minnesota #

  • Many lakes in rural Minnesota have private shorelines-respect property lines and use public access points.
  • Check with local DNR offices for boating and fishing regulations before planning water activities.
  • Summer mornings are best for calm waters and wildlife sightings; late spring and fall can be excellent for migrating waterfowl.

Best Time to Visit Roy Lake, Minnesota #

Late spring through early autumn offers the best weather for recreational activities; check local access rules and water conditions.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 15-28°C
Warm water recreation and consistent daylight for boating and fishing.
Spring/Autumn
Apr-May / Sept-Oct · 5-18°C
Good for birding and quieter lakeside experiences.

Weather & Climate near Roy Lake, Minnesota #

Climate

Roy Lake, Minnesota'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 -22°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (638 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-22°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -10°C and lows of -22°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-16°
Feels Like Freezing
-16°C
Temperature
-22° -10°

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -18°C. The driest month with just 14 mm.

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-18° -5°

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -10°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

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

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2° 11°

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (105 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
10° 23°

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 26°

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
12° 25°

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-8°

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -17°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-17° -7°

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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