Haukkasalo Island
Island in Pirkanmaa's lakes, Finland
Haukkasalo at a Glance#
Address: Haukkasalo, Pirkanmaa, Finland
How to Get to Haukkasalo#
From Tampere, local ferries and private boats provide access to Haukkasalo; road-and-bridge connections may exist depending on the specific island route. Check regional schedules for passenger ferries in Pirkanmaa.
Tips for Visiting Haukkasalo#
- If staying on the island, book local accommodation early in summer weekends.
- Bring a bike - many of the island's small roads and tracks are easy to cover on two wheels.
- Talk with locals about the best isolated bays for swimming; not every shore is equally accessible.
Best Time to Visit Haukkasalo#
Finnish summer is the high season; late spring and early autumn offer quieter visits and vivid seasonal color.
Summer
June-August · 12-22°C
Long daylight and warm water for swimming; island life at its liveliest.
Autumn
September-October · 2-12°C
Fewer visitors and dramatic fall colors; shorter days and brisk air.
Weather & Climate near Haukkasalo#
Climate
Haukkasalo's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -12°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (617 mm/year).
Air Quality:
AQI 19
Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneAugustJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
-40°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -11° - -4° | -12° | 41 mm | overcast | 99% | 2.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.1h |
| February | Poor | -12° - -5° | -13° | 29 mm | overcast | 99% | 2.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.7h |
| March | Poor | -7° - 0° | -7° | 34 mm | partly cloudy | 95% | 2.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | -2° - 6° | -1° | 34 mm | overcast | 83% | 2.8 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 14.5h |
| May | Good | 4° - 14° | 7° | 35 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.8 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 17.2h |
| June | Good | 9° - 19° | 14° | 54 mm | overcast | 76% | 2.7 m/s | 1.1 high | 18.9h |
| July | Good | 12° - 21° | 16° | 81 mm | overcast | 78% | 2.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 18.1h |
| August | Good | 11° - 18° | 14° | 85 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 2.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 15.6h |
| September | Acceptable | 6° - 12° | 8° | 60 mm | overcast | 87% | 2.6 m/s | 0.4 low | 12.7h |
| October | Poor | 2° - 7° | 2° | 61 mm | overcast | 93% | 2.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.8h |
| November | Poor | -3° - 1° | -5° | 57 mm | overcast | 97% | 2.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |
| December | Poor | -8° - -2° | -9° | 46 mm | overcast | 98% | 2.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.1h |