York Landing

Reservation Community on Nelson River in northern Manitoba

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York Landing
York Landing, northern Manitoba, Canada (on the shore of Lake Winnipeg or associated river landing)
56.0900, -96.1087
Open (no formal hours)
Free

How to Get to York Landing #

York Landing is typically reached by regional roads from Thompson and by water routes on Lake Winnipeg and connected rivers. There is no regular commercial transport-private charter boats or community-arranged travel are common. In winter, some access may be via seasonal ice roads used by locals.

Tips for Visiting York Landing #

  • If arriving by river, be prepared for minimal facilities-bring supplies.
  • Talk with local elders before exploring-river levels and traditional fishing seasons influence access.
  • Dress for mosquitos in summer evenings; pack insect repellent.

Best Time to Visit York Landing #

Summer months offer the easiest access by water; spring thaw and autumn rains can affect river landings.

Summer
June-August · 10-25°C
Navigable waters and longest daylight for river travel and fishing.
Late Spring-Early Autumn
May-September · 5-20°C
Best period for small-boat access; shoreline trails are most accessible.

Weather & Climate near York Landing #

Climate

York Landing's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -28°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (503 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
22°
Warmest Month
-28°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -19°C and lows of -28°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-24°
Feels Like Freezing
-24°C
Temperature
-28° -19°

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of -15°C and lows of -27°C. The driest month with just 16 mm.

Comfort

-21°
Feels Like Freezing
-21°C
Temperature
-27° -15°

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -21°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-14°
Feels Like Freezing
-14°C
Temperature
-21° -7°

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -11°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-11°

Weather

24 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 11°

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 82 mm of rain.

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 22°

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
21°

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -15°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm).

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-15° -7°

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -17°C and lows of -26°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-22°
Feels Like Freezing
-22°C
Temperature
-26° -17°

Weather

24 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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