Minnesota · Stearns County
Sand Lake Ice-Out Dates
The ice usually goes out of Sand Lake around April 3 — the first week of April. Earliest ever: March 24 (2017). Latest: April 18 (2008).
April 3Usually around
March 24Earliest ever (2017)
April 18Latest ever (2008)
5Years of record (2007–2021)
The 2027 season
Tracking resumes when the ice forms.
Every recorded ice-out
5 years on the books, 2007–2021. Newest first.
| Year | Ice-out date |
|---|---|
| 2021 | March 27 |
| 2017 | March 24 |
| 2015 | April 3 |
| 2008 | April 18 |
| 2007 | April 4 |
Late ice is unpredictable — no date on this page says the ice is safe.
Records: Minnesota DNR ice-out records. Last checked August 2026.