Lake Tingstäde Lake
Inland Gotland lake notable for local birdlife
Tingstäde on Gotland sits inland from the island's limestone coast; visitors combine lake walks and birdwatching with visits to medieval churches and nearby coastal scenery.
Lake Tingstäde at a Glance#
Address: Lake Tingstäde area, Gotland County, Sweden
Hours: Open 24 hours
Admission: Free
How to Get to Lake Tingstäde#
From Visby, drive east on Route 148 and follow local lanes toward Tingstäde; the lake is within a short drive of the village center and regional signage points to public access.
Tips for Visiting Lake Tingstäde#
- The lake area is small-combine a visit with exploring nearby coastal Gotland attractions.
- Watch for nesting birds during spring and early summer; some paths may be seasonally closed to protect wildlife.
- Bring a picnic and enjoy the low, northern light late into the evening in summer.
Best Time to Visit Lake Tingstäde#
Summer for warm weather and long daylight; late spring for bird migration.
Weather & Climate near Lake Tingstäde#
Lake Tingstäde's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -4°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (620 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with 66 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.