Kauhaneva–Pohjankangas National ParkWhen to Go
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.
Summer
June-August · 10-20°C
Midnight sun-adjacent long days and active birdlife; expect insects and bring repellent.
Late Spring / Early Autumn
May & September · 0-15°C
Cooler, fewer insects, and strong photographic light; autumn brings subtle color changes in the bog flora.
Weather & Climate near Kauhaneva–Pohjankangas National Park
Climate
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).
Air Quality:
AQI 18
Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
-35°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -10° - -3° | -12° | 42 mm | overcast | 98% | 3.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.8h |
| February | Poor | -11° - -4° | -13° | 31 mm | overcast | 99% | 3.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.5h |
| March | Poor | -8° - 1° | -8° | 34 mm | partly cloudy | 94% | 3.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Acceptable | -3° - 7° | -1° | 36 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.2 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 14.6h |
| May | Good | 3° - 15° | 7° | 33 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.1 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 17.5h |
| June | Good | 8° - 19° | 14° | 60 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.0 m/s | 1.1 high | 19.3h |
| July | Good | 10° - 21° | 16° | 77 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.7 m/s | 1.1 high | 18.4h |
| August | Good | 8° - 19° | 14° | 75 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 2.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 15.7h |
| September | Acceptable | 4° - 13° | 7° | 68 mm | overcast | 89% | 2.9 m/s | 0.4 low | 12.7h |
| October | Poor | 1° - 7° | 1° | 61 mm | overcast | 94% | 3.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.7h |
| November | Poor | -4° - 1° | -5° | 61 mm | overcast | 97% | 3.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
| December | Poor | -8° - -2° | -10° | 50 mm | overcast | 98% | 3.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 4.7h |
Getting There & Around
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.