Kurgjärv
Lake Estonian lake in Võrumaa county
Kurgjärv in Võrumaa is a small Estonian lake set among woodland; visitors use it for swimming, fishing and forest walks on rural trails around the shore.
Kurgjärv is a small freshwater lake in Võrumaa in southeastern Estonia. It is mapped at 57.72417 N, 27.01861 E.
The shoreline is wooded and typical of small rural lakes in the region, offering opportunities for short walks and nature observation. There are no major developed visitor facilities recorded at the site.
Kurgjärv is a natural lake; there are no widely reported historic structures or large-scale engineering works associated with it. It is part of the broader lake and forest landscape of Võrumaa.
The lake sits within rural Võrumaa in southeastern Estonia, surrounded by mixed forest and farmland. The area is served by local roads connecting to nearby villages and towns in the county.
- Location coordinates: Coordinates at approximately 57.72417 N, 27.01861 E provide the lake's exact location.
How to Get to Kurgjärv #
Reached by local roads from nearby Võrumaa villages; the region is accessible by car from Võru town and other regional centres.
Tips for Visiting Kurgjärv #
- Visit in summer for the clearest water and to speak to locals about seasonal fishing and forestry practices.
- Combine a visit with the Võrumaa region's other lakes and forests for a fuller rural Estonian experience.
Best Time to Visit Kurgjärv #
Late spring to early autumn provides the best weather for visiting Estonian lakes and their surrounding forests.
Weather & Climate near Kurgjärv #
Kurgjärv'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 -9°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (685 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with 84 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
