Lake Maardu
Lake Harju County lake adjacent to Maardu town
Lake Maardu is a freshwater lake in Harju County, Estonia, at approximately 59.44485 N, 24.99641 E. The lake sits immediately adjacent to the town of Maardu and close to Tallinn’s metropolitan area.
Its proximity to an urban area means the lake is used for local recreation, short walks and informal fishing rather than remote wilderness experiences. Public access points and nearby roads make it convenient for residents of Maardu and Tallinn.
The lake is a natural basin within the coastal lowland of northern Estonia and has been part of local land use for centuries; surrounding areas have urban and industrial development interspersed with green space.
Geographically it lies just east of Tallinn in Harju County, set within the mixed urban-rural landscape on the northern Estonian plain.
- Proximity to Tallinn: Located adjacent to the town of Maardu and close to Tallinn's eastern suburbs, offering easy access from the capital region
How to Get to Lake Maardu #
Public transit: buses and local transit from central Tallinn to Maardu; short walk from town to lake. By car: quick drive east from Tallinn via the Tallinn-Narva corridor.
Tips for Visiting Lake Maardu #
- A short walk from Tallinn-good for a quick nature escape if staying in the city.
- Combine with a visit to Maardu's local park or the medieval Maardu hillfort site nearby.
- The shoreline can be reed-heavy; wear shoes that can handle muddy ground.
Best Time to Visit Lake Maardu #
Summer is easiest for a short nature break from Tallinn; shoulder seasons are quieter and good for birdlife.
Weather & Climate near Lake Maardu #
Lake Maardu'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 -8°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (681 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (35 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 (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°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 5°C. Moderate rainfall (35 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 (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°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 12°C. The wettest month with 79 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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