Shellbrook
Canada
Shellbrook is a town in Saskatchewan, Canada, about 44.5 kilometres (27.7 mi) west of Prince Albert. The population of the town was 1,433 in 2011. Highways 3, 40, and 55 provide access to the community. Approximately 50 businesses provide a wide range of goods, services, and professional expertise.
Read more — WikipediaShellbrook is a small town of 1,400 people (2011) in Northern Saskatchewan. Shellbrook sits at the convergence three major highways which continue east to Prince Albert.
The best months to visit are June–August.
July is the hottest month, with highs around 24°C (76°F).
January is the coldest month, with lows around -24°C (-11°F).
The wettest month is July, with rain on about 12 days.
July is the sunniest month, with about 9.9 hours of sunshine a day.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 2°
- Humidity
- 66%
- Wind
- 10 km/h SW
- Gusts
- 17 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 19%
- Pressure
- 1020 hPa
- UV index
- 0 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 07:38 / 18:02
Next 48 hours
Pollen forecasts are only available in Europe.
Best time to visit Shellbrook
Average conditions for each month, from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Climate | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | -13° | -9° | -2° | 10° | 18° | 23° | 24° | 24° | 17° | 10° | -3° | -11° |
| Average low | -24° | -21° | -14° | -3° | 3° | 8° | 11° | 9° | 4° | -2° | -12° | -21° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 18 | 13 | 19 | 32 | 48 | 65 | 76 | 62 | 42 | 27 | 20 | 20 |
| Rain days | 5 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 9 | 6 | 5 | 5 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 3.1 | 4.3 | 5.1 | 7.5 | 8.7 | 9.4 | 9.9 | 8.9 | 5.6 | 4.7 | 2.8 | 2.4 |
| Daylight (h) | 8 | 9.7 | 11.7 | 13.9 | 15.8 | 16.9 | 16.5 | 14.8 | 12.6 | 10.5 | 8.5 | 7.5 |
| Humidity (%) | 73 | 74 | 74 | 65 | 58 | 62 | 67 | 67 | 69 | 70 | 77 | 75 |
| Wind (km/h) | 13 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 13 |
| Go score | 19 | 23 | 23 | 38 | 70 | 81 | 80 | 83 | 63 | 37 | 19 | 15 |
The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.
Climate normals: WorldClim 2.1 (1970–2000) · CRU CL 2.0 (1961–1990) About this data: Climate normals
What to do in Shellbrook, month by month
When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.
| Activities | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sightseeing & city walks | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Good | Fair | Poor | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Hiking | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Good | Fair | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor |
| Photography & sunsets | Poor | Poor | Fair | Good | Good | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Good Fair Poor · Estimated from long-term averages of temperature, rain days, sunshine and sea temperature.
How each activity is rated
- Sightseeing & city walks — Good: highs of 15–27 °C and few rain days. Fair: 11–33 °C.
- Hiking — Good: highs of 10–24 °C and few rain days; a wider window with trails or national parks nearby.
- Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.
Shellbrook: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Shellbrook travel guide
What to see, do and eat, and where to stay — from an open, community-written travel guide.
Shellbrook is a small town of 1,400 people (2011) in Northern Saskatchewan. Shellbrook sits at the convergence three major highways which continue east to Prince Albert.
Shellbrook is located in Saskatchewan's Parkland region. There are many lakes and recreational opportunities within a 50-km radius of the community. History European settlers began arriving in the area in the late 19th century and, in 1894, a post office named after the Shell Brook was established. More settlers began to arrive in the district in the early 20th century, with significant representation from people of British and Scandinavian origins. In 1910, the Canadian Northern Railway reached Shellbrook from Prince Albert and the community developed as a service centre for the surrounding agricultural region.
Shellbrook is west of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan's third largest city, at the junction of Highways 3, 40, and 55; Highway 3 & 55 continue east to Prince Albert.
No commercial service.
Located in the town's former CNR Station the museum features artifacts pertaining to the history of Shellbrook and the surrounding area. The museum also features a schoolhouse.
9-hole course featuring fully irrigated fairways, large rolling greens and three tee boxes on each hole.
Housed in a converted barn overlooking the Shell River and surrounding farmlands and woodlands, this studio features handcrafted paper, hammered copper bowls, raku, horse-hair and pit fired pottery, original prints, woodcuts and paintings.
Vietnamese and Canadian food.
Chinese food.
Pizza, wings, ribs.
Karaoke, bar games.
Camping Motels
Full-service campground with a variety of campsites, modern bathroom/shower facility, camp kitchen, picnic tables, barbecues and firewood. Open May 1 to Oct 15.
Located on the north side of Sturgeon Lake and park amenities include a kitchen shelter, beach change house, modern washrooms and showers, fish cleaning facility, overflow camping area and a restaurant. Seasonal campsites are also available.
Alternate access to Prince Albert National Park is provided via Highway 240, north of Shellbrook; the road is gravel once it enters the park.
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
No data for this location.
Shellbrook: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices: what to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 120 V · 60 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the right
Canadian Dollar
CAD · $
1 USD ≈ 1.416 CAD
- Languages
- English, French
- Calling code
- +1
- Emergency911
- Meal, casual restaurantCA$28.00≈ $20.00
- CappuccinoCA$6.60≈ $4.60
- Beer (0.5 l)CA$9.80≈ $6.90
- Bottled water (1.5 l)CA$2.90≈ $2.00
- Taxi, 5 kmCA$21.00≈ $15.00
- Public transport ticketCA$3.70≈ $2.60
- Mid-range hotel, per nightCA$215≈ $155
Estimated from Canada’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 90% of US levels.
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
No earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km since 1975.
How to get to Shellbrook
Nearest airports
- YPAPrince Albert Glass FieldPrince Albert48 km
- YXESaskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International AirportSaskatoon118 km
- YVCLa Ronge AirportLa Ronge228 km
- YLLLloydminster AirportLloydminster244 km
- YBYBonnyville AirportBonnyville310 km
- CA-1292YEGEdmonton320 km
Distances
- Ottawa2,366 km 41 h 01 · 3 h 41
- Toronto2,235 km 38 h 45 · 3 h 31
- Montréal2,500 km 43 h 20 · 3 h 51
- Calgary577 km 9 h 60 · 1 h 23
- Edmonton470 km 8 h 09 · 1 h 15
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Hotels in Shellbrook
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Wildlife around here
The species recorded most often within 25 km, and the months they’re seen.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Shellbrook?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Shellbrook is June–August.
What is the weather like in Shellbrook in October?
In October, Shellbrook averages a high of 10°C (50°F) and a low of -2°C (28°F), with 27 mm of rain on about 6 days.
What is the rainiest month in Shellbrook?
July, with rain on about 12 days.
What is the nearest airport to Shellbrook?
Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport (YXE), about 118 km away.
What power plugs are used in Canada?
Plug types A, B, at 120 V.
What currency is used in Canada?
Canadian Dollar (CAD).
What is the emergency number in Canada?
911.
Is Canada safe to visit?
US travel advisory: Exercise normal precautions. UK travel advice: No travel warnings.
When is Shellbrook most crowded?
The busiest months are June–August.
When is Shellbrook least crowded?
The quietest months are November–March.
What time zone is Shellbrook in?
America/Regina (UTC-6).
What is the population of Shellbrook?
About 1,192.