Lake RuilaAbout Lake Ruila
Lake Ruila is a freshwater lake in Harju County in northern Estonia, located near the settlement of Ruila. It is a local landscape feature within the Saue/Harju area and is used for nearby recreational activities.
The lake offers shoreline access and small-scale fishing and walking opportunities for residents and visitors from surrounding villages. Vegetation around the lake includes mixed boreal and parkland-type growth typical of the region.
The lake occupies a natural basin typical of northern Estonian lowland lakes and has developed under postglacial conditions common to the area. Land use around the lake has included agriculture and rural settlement for centuries.
Geographically it lies in northern Estonia’s Harju County, within the rural district surrounding Tallinn’s western approaches, and is accessible from local roads serving Ruila village.
- Ruila Manor nearby: Historic Ruila Manor lies close to the lake and the surrounding area is used for local recreation by nearby communities.
Best Time to Visit Lake Ruila
Summer for swimming and lakeside activities; late spring for fewer insects and fresh growth.
Weather & Climate near Lake Ruila
Lake Ruila'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 (686 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -7° - -2° | -9° | 48 mm | overcast | 95% | 3.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
| February | Poor | -8° - -2° | -10° | 34 mm | overcast | 95% | 3.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.0h |
| March | Poor | -4° - 2° | -5° | 36 mm | overcast | 91% | 3.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Acceptable | 0° - 8° | 1° | 36 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 3.5 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.3h |
| May | Very Good | 6° - 15° | 10° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.4 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.8h |
| June | Very Good | 10° - 19° | 14° | 55 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 18.2h |
| July | Good | 13° - 22° | 17° | 77 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.9 m/s | 1.2 high | 17.5h |
| August | Good | 12° - 20° | 16° | 76 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 15.3h |
| September | Good | 8° - 15° | 12° | 76 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 3.4 m/s | 0.4 low | 12.6h |
| October | Acceptable | 4° - 9° | 4° | 74 mm | overcast | 89% | 3.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 10.0h |
| November | Poor | 0° - 4° | -2° | 77 mm | overcast | 94% | 3.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| December | Poor | -4° - 0° | -7° | 60 mm | overcast | 95% | 3.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.9h |
How to Get to Lake Ruila
From Tallinn, drive south on E263 then follow regional roads toward Ruila village; the lake is roughly a 30-45 minute drive depending on route and traffic, with local parking near popular access points.
Tips for Visiting Lake Ruila
- Combine a visit with nearby trails in Harju County-there are pleasant forest walks near the shore.
- The lake is small and quiet; bring insect repellent during summer evenings.
- Local anglers know the best spots-ask at nearby villages for up-to-the-minute tips on access.