Buffalo Lake
A community guide to Buffalo Lake in Minnesota, the United States.
- Population
- 690 residents
- Region
- Minnesota
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 44.7372, -94.6169
Overview
Buffalo Lake is a populated place in Minnesota, the United States. The community supports 690 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Minnesota. Its position within the broader regional network gives Buffalo Lake a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Getting there
Reaching Buffalo Lake typically involves the regional road network of Minnesota or, for longer journeys, connecting to one of the wider transport corridors that traverse the United States. Local routes link Buffalo Lake to surrounding towns and to the principal arteries that carry traffic between the larger urban centres of Minnesota. Travel times depend on the route taken, the time of day, and the season — all standard considerations for navigating the area around Buffalo Lake.
Climate
The climate at Buffalo Lake is milder year-round, with moderate seasonality, reflecting its location at latitude 44.74 within the United States. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Buffalo Lake experience. Visitors planning a trip to Buffalo Lake should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Geography and location
Buffalo Lake sits at approximate coordinates 44.7372 latitude and -94.6169 longitude within Minnesota. The terrain and natural features around Buffalo Lake reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Minnesota road network providing the principal routes in and out.