Kauhaneva–Pohjankangas National Park
Park Large peat bog national park with diverse bog habitats
Kauhaneva-Pohjankangas National Park protects extensive raised bogs in western Finland; visitors hike boardwalks, birdwatch and study fen ecology along marked trails.
How to Get to Kauhaneva–Pohjankangas National Park #
The park is reached by regional roads from Pori and surrounding towns in Satakunta. Parking and trailheads are signposted; consult the national parks website for exact trailhead locations and seasonal access notes.
Tips for Visiting Kauhaneva–Pohjankangas National Park #
- Stick to the boardwalk trails-Kauhaneva-Pohjankangas is largely peat bog and fragile; the raised walkways protect both visitors and habitat.
- Bring insect repellent in summer: midges and mosquitoes can be persistent in bogland areas.
- Binoculars are useful - the park is a good spot for birdwatching, including boreal species and rare waders.
Best Time to Visit Kauhaneva–Pohjankangas National Park #
Best visited between late spring and early autumn for access, birdlife and comfortable walking conditions; trails are open year-round but weather can be severe in winter.
Weather & Climate near Kauhaneva–Pohjankangas National Park #
Kauhaneva–Pohjankangas National Park's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -11°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (628 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 77 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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