Kyyvesi
Lake Large lake in South Savo, Finland
Lake in South Savo frequented for boating, fishing and Finnish summer‑cottage life; visitors use its archipelagos, forested shores and canoe routes.
Kyyvesi is a freshwater lake in the South Savo region of Finland, located in the Finnish Lakeland at approximately 61.9667°N, 27.1167°E. It is part of the dense network of lakes that characterise this region.
The lake has a varied shoreline with bays and islands and is used for local recreational activities, including small-boat navigation and angling. Facilities and services around the lake are provided by nearby communities rather than at a single developed marina.
Kyyvesi, like most lakes in the Finnish lakeland, was formed by glacial and post-glacial processes that shaped the region’s basins and shorelines. Over time the surrounding landscape has remained largely rural with seasonal cottages and forested shore.
Geographically it sits within South Savo, in east-central Finland, in a landscape of mixed forest and water bodies. The lake lies within the broader catchment of Finland’s inland waterways.
How to Get to Kyyvesi #
Drive from the regional center of Mikkeli or other South Savo towns; local roads and minor highways provide access to cottages and boat ramps. Public transport options are limited; car or arranged taxi is recommended.
Tips for Visiting Kyyvesi #
- Some remote bays are lightly visited - bring a map and GPS if exploring off marked routes.
- If fishing, verify local license rules and catch limits.
- Late evening in summer provides calm water and excellent light for photos; mosquitoes can be heavy in some bays.
Best Time to Visit Kyyvesi #
Summer for recreation and winter for winter-sports if the ice is thick and safe; check local conditions before venturing on the ice.
Weather & Climate near Kyyvesi #
Kyyvesi'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 (607 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -6°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 82 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (57 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 (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
