Lake Liepāja
Lake Coastal lagoon adjacent to the city of Liepāja
A coastal lagoon near the city of Liepāja, the lake lies behind a sandy spit and supports boating, kite surfing and birdwatching along its shallow bays.
How to Get to Lake Liepāja #
Lake Liepāja is adjacent to the city of Liepāja; most visitors walk or cycle from the town centre (about 1-2 km depending on where one starts). Liepāja is served by regional buses and train connections from Riga; local taxis and bike rentals are available.
Tips for Visiting Lake Liepāja #
- Cycle the flat gravel track around parts of the lake to cover more ground and find quiet spots.
- The best birdwatching is at dawn; bring a local bird list-the lake is a stop for migratory species.
- Stay in Liepāja to combine a beach morning with a lakeside afternoon.
Best Time to Visit Lake Liepāja #
Late spring to early autumn offers the most pleasant conditions and best opportunities for wildlife observation.
Weather & Climate near Lake Liepāja #
Lake Liepāja'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 -5°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (715 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with 83 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.