Minnesota · Douglas County
Irene Lake Ice-Out Dates
The ice usually goes out of Irene Lake around April 10 — the second week of April. Earliest ever: March 24 (2012). Latest: May 3 (2008).
April 10Usually around
March 24Earliest ever (2012)
May 3Latest ever (2008)
6Years of record (2002–2012)
The 2027 season
Tracking resumes when the ice forms.
Every recorded ice-out
6 years on the books, 2002–2012. Newest first.
| Year | Ice-out date |
|---|---|
| 2012 | March 24 |
| 2008 | May 3 |
| 2006 | April 10 |
| 2005 | April 10 |
| 2004 | April 9 |
| 2002 | April 16 |
Late ice is unpredictable — no date on this page says the ice is safe.
Records: Minnesota DNR ice-out records. Last checked August 2026.