Lake TihuAbout Lake Tihu
Lake Tihu (Tihu järv) is a lake on Hiiumaa island in Hiiu County, Estonia. It is one of several small lakes on the island and lies within the island’s mixed forest and coastal landscape.
The lake is typical of Hiiumaa’s freshwater basins and is approached from island roads and nearby settlements. It is part of the island’s network of small lakes and wetlands rather than a large inland reservoir.
There is no widely documented large-scale construction history for the lake; it is a natural island lake that has existed within the local landscape for an extended period.
The lake sits on Hiiumaa, Estonia’s second-largest island, in Hiiu County off Estonia’s west coast, and is reachable from the island’s main ports and roads.
- Island location and coordinates: Located on Hiiumaa island at approximately 58.85298 N, 22.55793 E within Hiiu County, Estonia.
Best Time to Visit Lake Tihu
Summer gives the most reliable weather on Hiiumaa; shoulder seasons can be quieter and still pleasant.
Weather & Climate near Lake Tihu
Lake Tihu'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 -5°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (628 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -4° - 0° | -8° | 43 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |
| February | Poor | -5° - -1° | -8° | 34 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| March | Poor | -3° - 2° | -5° | 34 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.6h |
| April | Acceptable | 1° - 7° | 0° | 32 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 4.1 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.2h |
| May | Good | 6° - 13° | 7° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 16.6h |
| June | Very Good | 10° - 17° | 14° | 41 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 3.8 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.9h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 20° | 17° | 58 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.2h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 20° | 16° | 69 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.6 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 15.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 9° - 15° | 12° | 73 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.3 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Acceptable | 5° - 10° | 5° | 71 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 10.0h |
| November | Poor | 1° - 4° | -1° | 77 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.6h |
| December | Poor | -2° - 1° | -5° | 59 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.2h |
How to Get to Lake Tihu
Hiiumaa is reached by ferry from the Estonian mainland; once on the island, local roads lead to trailheads and parking spots near the lake.
Tips for Visiting Lake Tihu
- Walk the short trails around the lake to discover different shoreline angles - Hiiumaa's low relief makes even small detours rewarding.
- Combine a visit with other Hiiumaa sights (lighthouses, coastal cliffs) for a fuller island day.
- Respect private property near some shorelines - parts of the lakeshore are adjacent to farms.