Lakefield, ON
Ontario · Peterborough Metro
Lakefield is a small town in Ontario with a population of 2,753.
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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How Lakefield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.7°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 787 ft (240 m) |
| Area | 122.1 sq mi (316.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.4334°N, 78.2662°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°F (-9°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| March | 28°F (-3°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 22°F (-5°C) | 2.9 in |
Lakefield has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 15°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (2.2").
Schools in Lakefield
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakefield College School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Paul Catholic Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lakefield District Public School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lakefield
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBC Radio One - Peterborough, ON (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CJWV Oldies 96.7 FM | oldies | AAC+ 31 kbps |
Museums in Lakefield
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art Gallery of Peterborough | ||||
| Canadian Canoe Museum | ||||
| Canadian Canoe Museum | ||||
| Christ Church Community Museum | ||||
| Hutchinson House | ||||
| Lang Pioneer Village | ||||
| Peterborough Lift Lock Visitors Centre | ||||
| Peterborough Museum and Archives |
Libraries in Lakefield
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alnwick/Haldimand Library - Roseneath Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Asphodel–Norwood Public Library - Westwood Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Bata Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cavan Monaghan Public Library - Bruce Johnston Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Douro-Dummer Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Otonabee South Monaghan Public Library - Gayle Nelson Keene Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Otonabee South Monaghan Public Library - Stewart Hall Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Peterborough Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Peterborough Public Library - Delafosse Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Selwyn Public Library - Ennismore Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Selwyn Public Library - Lakefield Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Selwyn Public Library -Bridgenorth Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Trent Lakes Public Library - Main Branch | 0.0 |
Hotels in Lakefield
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lakefield
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Lakefield
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Lakefield
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lakefield
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lakefield
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Lakefield
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Lakefield
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bobcaygeon Brewery | ||||
| Haven Brewing Co. | ||||
| Persian Empire Distillery |
Ski Resorts Near Lakefield
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawartha Nordic | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Lakefield
37 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| CFB Trenton | YTR | Medium Airport |
| Oshawa Executive Airport | YOO | Medium Airport |
| Peterborough Regional Airport | YPQ | Medium Airport |
| Bancroft Community Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bethany / Whitetail Valley Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Blackstock / Martyn | - | Small Airport |
| Bobcaygeon / Chesher Lakehurst Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cameron/Arbour Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dave Carlaw Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Dimkovski Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Douro Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dunsford Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Elizabethville Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Elmhirst's Resort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Greenbank-Uxbridge-Port Perry Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hampton | - | Small Airport |
| Hampton / Morawetz Field | - | Small Airport |
| Hastings / Sweetwater Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hoskin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kawartha Lakes Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kirkfield / Balsam Lake Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lorneville Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Newtonville / Steeves Field | - | Small Airport |
| Nicholson Island Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Omemee Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Orono / Hawkefield Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Orono Field | - | Small Airport |
| Palestine Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pine Point Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Port Hope (Millson Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Port Hope (Peter's Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Seagrave / North Port Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stanhope Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stirling Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stirling Private Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Stone Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Whistlewing Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Lakefield
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Canada Post | |
| Canada Post | |
| Canada Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lakefield
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Our Lady of Good Counsel | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Lakefield Baptist Church | |
| Lakefield Gospel Chapel | |
| Lakefield United Church | |
| Selwyn Outreach Centre | |
| St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church | |
| St. John the Baptist Anglican Church | |
| St. Joseph's Catholic Church | |
| St. Paul the Apostle Church | |
| Young's Point United Church |
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What is the population of Lakefield?
Lakefield has a population of 2,753 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 122.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lakefield?
Lakefield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 35.8 inches, with 13.9 inches of snow.
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