Thanks to the maritime influence of the Great Lakes, Manitoulin Island enjoys a surprisingly moderate climate.  Spring can come early with a spectacular wildflower display that’s unrivalled in the rest of the province. Summers tend to be dry and comfortable (average daytime highs in July & August are 25˚C  / 77˚F), with even the hottest summer days gently cooled by off-shore breezes. The vibrant colours of the fall season compliment the already picturesque landscape.  Winters are clean and white and much milder than you might think with an average daytime temperatures in the coldest months about -5˚C (23˚F), only one degree colder than Toronto's yet with much less slush and ice rain.

Click on the Weather Network window above for a complete look at today’s weather and the forecast for Manitoulin Island.  For Environment Canada's weather click here.  To see the statistics on the very good air quality in this region click here.

Flora, Fauna & Geography:

The change in the tree line when driving onto the Island from the north is startling as northern boreal forest suddenly gives way to the hardwood forests of southern Ontario including maple, oak and cedar.  Manitoulin is the end of the Canadian portion of the famous Niagara Escarpment, with the many bluffs and ridges making for great hiking and spectacular vistas.

The limestone foundation of the Island still supports ancient ecosystems called 'alvars', now protected as endangered habitats in Misery Bay Provincial Nature Reserve among other places on Manitoulin.  Wildlife flourishes in the forests and fields of Manitoulin, bringing daily sightings of many different birds, deer and a great variety of other beautiful species.

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