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Kamianske Reservoir

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A reservoir in Poltava Oblast on a major Ukrainian river system, the Kamianske Reservoir supports navigation, local fisheries and shoreline recreation; visitors and locals use it for boating and fishing.

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Kamianske Reservoir essentials

Country: Ukraine
Driest months: Feb-Apr
Pay in: Hryvnia (₴)
Language: Ukrainian
Emergency: 102

Kamianske Reservoir at a Glance

About Kamianske Reservoir

Kamianske Reservoir is an artificial reservoir on the Dnieper River in central Ukraine, located within Poltava Oblast. It is one of the reservoirs formed along the Dnieper that support navigation and water management.

The shoreline offers open-water views, fishing and small-boat activity rather than developed tourist facilities. There are no major visitor centres on site, so activities are typically local or arranged from nearby towns.

The reservoir exists because a dam across the Dnieper impounded river flow to create a stable upstream water body for hydroelectric, navigation and other uses. Over time the reservoir has been part of regional river management rather than a purpose-built leisure area.

The body of water sits along the Dnieper River within Poltava Oblast in central Ukraine. Surrounding land is a mix of agricultural areas and riverine landscape.

  • Function: Formed by damming the Dnieper River and used as part of the river’s cascade for navigation and water management.
  • Recreation: Shoreline and open water areas are used locally for fishing and small-boat recreation; facilities are minimal.
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Kamianske Reservoir

Best visited late spring through early autumn (April-October) for comfortable weather and open-water activities.

Summer
June-August · ~18-28°C
Warm weather ideal for boating, swimming and lakeside activities.
Shoulder seasons (spring/autumn)
April-May, September-October · ~5-18°C
Milder temperatures and fewer visitors; good for hiking and birdwatching.
Winter
November-March · ~-10-0°C
Cold conditions; the reservoir area can be frozen and less accessible for water activities.

Weather & Climate near Kamianske Reservoir

Climate

Kamianske Reservoir's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 25°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Air Quality: AQI 51 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
41°
Warmest Month
-33°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -7° - -2° -9° 42 mm overcast 94% 3.7 m/s 0.1 low 8.6h
February Poor -6° - -1° -9° 34 mm overcast 91% 4.0 m/s 0.2 low 10.0h
March Acceptable -2° - 3° -3° 28 mm overcast 82% 3.8 m/s 0.4 low 11.7h
April Good 5° - 12° 7° 35 mm partly cloudy 74% 3.6 m/s 0.9 moderate 13.5h
May Very Good 11° - 19° 15° 44 mm partly cloudy 70% 3.1 m/s 1.3 high 15.0h
June Excellent 15° - 23° 19° 56 mm partly cloudy 63% 2.8 m/s 1.6 very high 15.8h
July Excellent 16° - 25° 20° 53 mm partly cloudy 57% 2.7 m/s 1.6 very high 15.5h
August Excellent 15° - 24° 20° 44 mm some cloud 51% 2.6 m/s 1.4 high 14.1h
September Very Good 11° - 19° 15° 35 mm partly cloudy 60% 2.9 m/s 0.8 moderate 12.4h
October Good 5° - 12° 7° 35 mm partly cloudy 74% 3.2 m/s 0.4 low 10.7h
November Poor 0° - 5° -1° 40 mm overcast 87% 3.5 m/s 0.1 low 9.1h
December Poor -4° - 0° -6° 46 mm overcast 92% 3.7 m/s 0.1 low 8.2h