Snowbird Lake Lake
Remote lake in Northwest Territories, Canada
Boreal lake in the Northwest Territories surrounded by taiga and muskeg; visited for fishing, canoe trips and wilderness camping with regional outfitters.
Snowbird Lake at a Glance#
How to Get to Snowbird Lake#
Reachable by floatplane or extended overland travel from the nearest regional community; there are no roads or services directly to the lake-arrange transport with territorial outfitters.
Tips for Visiting Snowbird Lake#
- Use local guides for navigation-the Northwest Territories' lake systems can be labyrinthine.
- If canoeing, expect few campsites and no services; pack fuel and emergency communications.
- Check with territorial authorities for permission if travelling off established routes.
Best Time to Visit Snowbird Lake#
Ideal in the warm months when water is navigable; winter renders access impractical except for experienced winter travelers.
Summer
Jun-Aug · 10-25°C
Best for paddling and fishing; long daylight and mild temperatures.
Late spring/early autumn
May, Sep · -5-10°C
Quieter and cooler; insect activity falls by September.
Weather & Climate near Snowbird Lake#
Climate
Snowbird Lake's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -32°C to 16°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
Air Quality:
AQI 16
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
16°
Warmest Month
-32°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -32° - -23° | -39° | 15 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -30° - -20° | -35° | 10 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -25° - -13° | -29° | 18 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -15° - -3° | -16° | 19 mm | - | - | 4.8 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | -6° - 4° | -6° | 25 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 0° - 10° | 2° | 41 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 7° - 16° | 12° | 58 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 8° - 16° | 12° | 53 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 3° - 9° | 2° | 51 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | -5° - 1° | -7° | 40 mm | - | - | 4.8 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -19° - -11° | -23° | 22 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -28° - -20° | -34° | 15 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |