Fishing Manitoba’s Interlake Region in the Spring
| Month | Avg. Temps °F (Hi/Lo) |
|---|---|
| March | 31° / 16° |
| April | 46° / 30° |
| May | 61° / 43° |
Spring in the Interlake region sees ice melting on lakes and rivers, making it ideal for early-season walleye, northern pike, and perch fishing.
What’s Hot / What’s Not:
Hot: Walleye and northern pike in Lake Winnipeg and surrounding lakes; perch become active as waters warm.
Not Hot: Smallmouth bass and other warmwater species—still inactive until late spring.
Fishing Manitoba’s Interlake Region in the Summer
| Month | Avg. Temps °F (Hi/Lo) |
|---|---|
| June | 70° / 50° |
| July | 75° / 55° |
| August | 73° / 53° |
Summer is peak fishing season. Walleye and northern pike are abundant, and perch are easy to catch in shallower waters. Early morning and late evening are the best times.
What’s Hot / What’s Not:
Hot: Walleye, northern pike, perch, and smallmouth bass in lakes and rivers.
Not Hot: Midday fishing in shallow waters can be slow due to heat.
Fishing Manitoba’s Interlake Region in the Fall
| Month | Avg. Temps °F (Hi/Lo) |
|---|---|
| September | 64° / 45° |
| October | 50° / 32° |
| November | 27° / 13° |
Fall fishing is excellent as water cools and fish become more active. Walleye and northern pike are concentrated in deeper bays and channels.
What’s Hot / What’s Not:
Hot: Walleye, northern pike, perch, and smallmouth bass in lakes and rivers.
Not Hot: Warmwater species slow down; ice fishing not yet possible.
Fishing Manitoba’s Interlake Region in the Winter
| Month | Avg. Temps °F (Hi/Lo) |
|---|---|
| December | 14° / -4° |
| January | 10° / -12° |
| February | 14° / -8° |
Winter brings ice fishing opportunities. Lakes and bays are prime for walleye and northern pike through the ice.
What’s Hot / What’s Not:
Hot: Ice fishing for walleye, northern pike, and perch.
Not Hot: Open-water fishing is largely impossible; always check ice thickness for safety.
