Lake Ormož Reservoir
Croatian reservoir near Ormož on the Drava River
Lake Ormož at a Glance#
Address: Near Ormož, Varaždin County area (Croatia-Slovenia border region)
Hours: Open 24 hours
Admission: Free
About Lake Ormož#
Lake Ormož is a lake identified in Varaždin County, Croatia, at latitude 46.3875 and longitude 16.1725. It is a named inland water body in northern Croatia.
The lake is a lesser-known local landmark visited mainly by people from the surrounding county and nearby towns. Recreational activities are dependent on local access and seasonal conditions.
As a natural or locally managed water body, it does not have a widely published construction history in general reference sources. Local authorities manage shoreline use and any facilities.
Lake Ormož lies within the northern Croatian landscape of Varaždin County. The lake is accessed from nearby towns and regional roads in continental Croatia.
How to Get to Lake Ormož#
Access by regional roads from Ormož town; local signage will indicate recreational entry points. The nearest larger transport hubs are Varaždin and Ptuj.
Tips for Visiting Lake Ormož#
- Look for birdlife at dawn along the quieter eastern margins.
- Combine a visit with a stroll through Ormož town - the lakeshore is an easy extension of the riverside promenades.
- Respect local fishing zones; some areas are reserved for anglers with licenses.
Best Time to Visit Lake Ormož#
Late spring through autumn provides the best access for boating and walking around the shore.
Weather & Climate near Lake Ormož#
Lake Ormož's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (915 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -4° - 3° | -3° | 42 mm | overcast | 91% | 1.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| February | Poor | -3° - 6° | -1° | 46 mm | overcast | 87% | 2.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.2h |
| March | Acceptable | 1° - 11° | 4° | 64 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.4 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 5° - 16° | 10° | 71 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.4 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.4h |
| May | Good | 9° - 21° | 15° | 79 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 2.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.8h |
| June | Very Good | 13° - 24° | 18° | 104 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 2.0 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.6h |
| July | Very Good | 14° - 26° | 20° | 98 mm | partly cloudy | 62% | 2.0 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.2h |
| August | Excellent | 14° - 25° | 19° | 93 mm | some cloud | 62% | 1.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.0h |
| September | Good | 10° - 21° | 15° | 86 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 1.8 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Good | 5° - 15° | 10° | 85 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 1.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | 1° - 8° | 3° | 85 mm | overcast | 89% | 1.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| December | Poor | -3° - 4° | -2° | 62 mm | overcast | 91% | 1.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |