Lake Mornos
Reservoir Greek reservoir supplying Athens and regional agriculture
Artificial reservoir in central Greece formed by the Mornos Dam, notable for fishing, hiking and vantage points over the dam used in water-supply engineering visits.
Lake Mornos is an artificial reservoir in central Greece identified at latitude 38.53205 and longitude 22.14706. It is formed by the Mornos River and functions as a water supply source for regions of Greece.
As a well-known regional reservoir, the lake and its dam attract visitors interested in engineering structures and landscape views along the reservoir shoreline. Roads and viewpoints near the dam provide vantage points for observing the water body and surrounding mountains.
The lake exists because of the construction of the Mornos dam and associated works during the 20th century to regulate flow and supply water. The impoundment transformed the river valley into a managed reservoir used for municipal water supply and related infrastructure.
Geographically it sits inland in central Greece in a mountainous catchment. The reservoir lies within the drainage of the Mornos River and is accessed from surrounding regional towns and roads.
- Function: Serves as a managed water supply source for parts of central Greece, including urban areas.
How to Get to Lake Mornos #
Access is by regional roads from nearby towns in Central Greece; the reservoir is usually reached by car. Exact approach routes vary depending on the chosen shore and local road signage.
Tips for Visiting Lake Mornos #
- If the objective is photography, aim for late afternoon when the dam and reservoir reflect the lowering sun.
- Check for any seasonal restrictions if planning boating - reservoirs may have regulated zones.
- Combine a visit with a trip to nearby archaeological sites or small villages for a fuller sense of region.
Best Time to Visit Lake Mornos #
Spring and autumn generally deliver the best scenery and mild weather for visiting reservoirs and nearby landscapes.
Weather & Climate near Lake Mornos #
Lake Mornos's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (722 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 16 mm.
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August
August is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (109 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm).
