Devoke Water Lake
Small Lake District tarn near rugged fells
High upland lake in England's Lake District; walkers visit for steep footpaths, moorland and fell views, wild camping and landscape photography away from main tourist centres.
Devoke Water at a Glance#
How to Get to Devoke Water#
Devoke Water is reached from the Duddon Valley in Cumbria. The usual starting point is the village of Boot (near Eskdale); narrow country lanes connect to larger routes from Broughton-in-Furness. Parking exists at trailheads but can be limited on busy days.
Tips for Visiting Devoke Water#
- If aiming for the summit, start early to avoid sudden mountain weather changes.
- Bring a map and GPS-Lake District paths can be indistinct in fog.
- Look for the small tarns and crags along the route; they are excellent places to rest and photograph the surrounding fells.
Best Time to Visit Devoke Water#
Summer and shoulder seasons are best for clear walking conditions; winter conditions require mountaineering skills.
Weather & Climate near Devoke Water#
Devoke Water's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1522 mm/year), wettest in October.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 0° - 5° | -3° | 167 mm | overcast | 93% | 7.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.7h |
| February | Poor | 0° - 5° | -3° | 119 mm | overcast | 92% | 7.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.5h |
| March | Poor | 1° - 7° | 0° | 125 mm | overcast | 90% | 6.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 3° | 93 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.6 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 13.9h |
| May | Acceptable | 5° - 14° | 7° | 85 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.4 m/s | 1.0 high | 15.8h |
| June | Good | 8° - 16° | 12° | 86 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.9h |
| July | Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 94 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.0 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.4h |
| August | Good | 10° - 17° | 13° | 115 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.0 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 14.7h |
| September | Acceptable | 8° - 15° | 11° | 130 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Poor | 5° - 12° | 5° | 171 mm | overcast | 90% | 6.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.3h |
| November | Poor | 2° - 8° | 1° | 166 mm | overcast | 92% | 6.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
| December | Poor | 1° - 5° | -2° | 171 mm | overcast | 93% | 6.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.1h |
