Ampollino Lake
Lake Mountain lake in Calabria popular for fishing
Alpine reservoir on the Sila plateau in Calabria surrounded by pine forests; local visitors hike, fish and use nearby trails in summer, with snow activities in winter.
Ampollino Lake is an artificial reservoir in the Sila mountain area of Calabria in southern Italy, created by damming upland streams and used for water regulation, hydropower and local recreation.
The lake lies within a mountainous, forested landscape used for hiking, angling and seasonal outdoor activities and forms part of the broader Sila plateau environment.
Surrounding terrain is typical of the Sila highlands with mixed woodland and pastoral patches; the reservoir supports local tourism and agricultural water needs.
Geographically it is located in Calabria in southern Italy in the upland interior of the region.
How to Get to Ampollino Lake #
From the A3 autostrada, follow regional roads toward Luzzi and then local signs to Lago Ampollino; the drive from Cosenza takes about 1-1.5 hours. Parking and basic amenities are available near the main headlands.
Tips for Visiting Ampollino Lake #
- Check local reservoir levels before visiting - water can be drawn down for management or irrigation.
- Combine the visit with a drive through the Pollino-Calabria landscapes for scenic stops and small villages.
- Sunset colors on the lake are dramatic; plan to stay for golden hour if time allows.
Best Time to Visit Ampollino Lake #
Summer for water activities; spring and autumn for hiking and quieter visits.
Weather & Climate near Ampollino Lake #
Ampollino Lake's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 0°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (862 mm/year).
January
January is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 23 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (117 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
