Minnesota · Washington County
Clear Lake Ice-Out Dates
The ice usually goes out of Clear Lake around April 12 — the second week of April. Earliest ever: March 16 (2016). Latest: May 1 (2018).
April 12Usually around
March 16Earliest ever (2016)
May 1Latest ever (2018)
9Years of record (2002–2022)
The 2027 season
Tracking resumes when the ice forms.
Every recorded ice-out
9 years on the books, 2002–2022. Newest first.
| Year | Ice-out date |
|---|---|
| 2022 | April 12 |
| 2019 | April 11 |
| 2018 | May 1 |
| 2017 | March 28 |
| 2016 | March 16 |
| 2015 | March 30 |
| 2014 | April 23 |
| 2008 | April 21 |
| 2002 | April 15 |
Late ice is unpredictable — no date on this page says the ice is safe.
Records: Minnesota DNR ice-out records. Last checked August 2026.