Lake of Pusiano

Lake Lombardy lake with historic lakeside villas

In Lombardy’s Brianza, Lake Pusiano attracts rowers, anglers and cyclists; small harbors and lakeside cafes serve local fish and gelato on summer afternoons.

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Lake of Pusiano (Lago di Pusiano) is a small lake in Lombardy, northern Italy, located in the Brianza area near the town of Pusiano. It is part of the local system of small lakes between Como and Lecco and serves local recreational needs.

The lake is used for small-boat sailing, angling and waterside walks, with promenades and parks at several points around the shore. Birdwatchers and local visitors use the reed-fringed margins for observation and short nature outings.

The lake is one of the smaller Lombard lakes that form a characteristic dotted landscape in this part of northern Italy; shoreline settlements provide most access and services for visitors.

Lago di Pusiano sits between the provinces of Como and Lecco in Lombardy, close to the village of Pusiano and within easy reach of regional roads that link to nearby towns and cities.

  • Local recreation: The lake lies within the Brianza area and is used locally for sailing, small-boat recreation and birdwatching, with nearby towns providing access points and shoreline promenades.
Lake of Pusiano
Lake of Pusiano (Lago di Pusiano), Province of Como/Lecco, Lombardy, Italy
45.8030, 9.2725
Open 24 hours
Free

How to Get to Lake of Pusiano #

Easily reached by car from Milan (roughly 45-75 minutes depending on route); regional trains to nearby towns with short local bus or taxi connections.

Tips for Visiting Lake of Pusiano #

  • Walk the ring road around the lake for village cafés and views of villas from the 19th century.
  • Visit the small islands and lakeside churches if open.
  • Combine with a drive through Brianza for traditional Lombardy food stops.

Best Time to Visit Lake of Pusiano #

Late spring through early autumn are best for outdoor activities; autumn brings quieter roads and good light for photography.

Late spring-early autumn
May-September · 15-28°C
Pleasant weather for walking and boating.
Autumn
October-November · 5-15°C
Fewer tourists and crisp air for lakeside walks.

Weather & Climate near Lake of Pusiano #

Climate

Lake of Pusiano's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 27°C. Abundant rainfall (1233 mm/year), wettest in May.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
-23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

111 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.4h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (141 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 21°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

141 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.7h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 24°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

126 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.4h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).

81 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 27°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

102 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
15.1h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm).

81 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 27°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

120 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
13.9h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
13° 23°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

132 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

133 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.8h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
1.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
1.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.6h daylight

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