Tulemalu Lake
Lake Remote lake in Nunavut's tundra
A remote Nunavut lake typically reached by floatplane; visitors come for Arctic fishing, canoe routes and observing northern wildlife away from road networks.
Tips for Visiting Tulemalu Lake #
- Tulemalu Lake is in very remote Nunavut territory - plan logistics well in advance: access is typically by floatplane in summer or by overland/ice routes in winter, and local outfitters are essential.
- Visit during the short ice-free summer window (generally July-August) when floatplane access is possible and insect/weather conditions are most manageable; always confirm dates and safety requirements with your outfitter.
Best Time to Visit Tulemalu Lake #
Best visited in the short Arctic summer (July-August) when the lake is most likely ice-free and travel conditions are feasible.
Weather & Climate near Tulemalu Lake #
Tulemalu Lake's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -34°C to 12°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -26°C and lows of -34°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -25°C and lows of -34°C. The driest month with just 6 mm and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -20°C and lows of -29°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -20°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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May
May is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with 48 mm of rain.
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August
August is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and breezy conditions.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and breezy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -15°C and lows of -22°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -23°C and lows of -30°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
