Badovc Lake Lake
Reservoir supplying water to Pristina, Kosovo
Badovc Lake, a reservoir east of Pristina, supplies water to the capital and draws locals and visitors for walking trails, picnics and lakeside views of surrounding hills.
Badovc Lake at a Glance#
Address: Badovc Lake (Bardovci), near Pristina, Kosovo
How to Get to Badovc Lake#
Approximately 7-15 km southeast of central Pristina by road; drive or take local taxis. The trip typically takes 20-30 minutes depending on traffic.
Tips for Visiting Badovc Lake#
- Badovc Lake (Bardovci) near Pristina is commonly used for recreation; check local advisories for fishing or swimming rules.
- Drive the scenic route from Pristina's center - it's a short trip but roads can be narrow and winding.
Best Time to Visit Badovc Lake#
Warm months are best for recreation; spring and autumn are good for quieter visits.
Weather & Climate near Badovc Lake#
Badovc Lake's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (692 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -5° - 2° | -4° | 47 mm | overcast | 92% | 2.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| February | Poor | -4° - 5° | -2° | 46 mm | overcast | 88% | 2.5 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.4h |
| March | Acceptable | 0° - 10° | 3° | 51 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 2.8 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Acceptable | 4° - 14° | 8° | 61 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.7 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.2h |
| May | Good | 9° - 20° | 14° | 73 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 2.4 m/s | 1.5 high | 14.4h |
| June | Excellent | 12° - 24° | 18° | 69 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 2.3 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.1h |
| July | Excellent | 13° - 26° | 19° | 52 mm | some cloud | 56% | 2.3 m/s | 2.0 very high | 14.8h |
| August | Excellent | 13° - 26° | 19° | 50 mm | mostly sunny | 53% | 2.2 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.7h |
| September | Very Good | 9° - 21° | 15° | 57 mm | partly cloudy | 62% | 2.1 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 5° - 16° | 10° | 57 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.9h |
| November | Poor | 0° - 8° | 2° | 68 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 2.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
| December | Poor | -3° - 3° | -3° | 61 mm | overcast | 90% | 2.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.0h |
