Lake Turgoyak

Lake Clear Ural lake valued for cleanliness and beaches

A clear-water lake near Miass in Chelyabinsk Oblast, Lake Turgoyak draws summer swimmers, anglers and hikers to its sandy beaches, lakeside dachas and shoreline trails; local resorts and boat rentals serve day visitors.

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Lake Turgoyak is a lake in Chelyabinsk Oblast, Russia. It is a named freshwater lake in the Ural region.

The lake is used for local recreation and leisure by residents of the surrounding region. Specific visitor facilities, official beach counts, or named attractions are not comprehensively documented here.

Historically the lake is part of the regional landscape of Chelyabinsk Oblast; detailed construction or founding records do not apply to a natural lake. Its use has been primarily recreational and local over time.

Geographically the lake lies in Chelyabinsk Oblast in the southern Ural area of Russia, at the coordinates given for the site.

Lake Turgoyak
55.1541, 60.0537

Tips for Visiting Lake Turgoyak #

  • Go early on a weekday in late spring or early autumn to avoid busy summer weekends, when local beachgoers concentrate on the main swimming spots.
  • Use the established public beaches and parking areas on the lake's accessible shores (near Miass) rather than attempting to park on narrow roadside shoulders; local signage usually marks official access.
  • Bring a mask/snorkel or plan short swims in the clearer bays; exploring minor coves and shoreline stretches away from the principal beaches reveals less-crowded swimming and picnic spots.
  • Check local notices on fire, camping and waste rules before staying overnight - popular lakeside areas are managed for recreation and have seasonal restrictions.

Best Time to Visit Lake Turgoyak #

Visit in summer (June-August) when the lake is thawed and outdoor activities are most pleasant.

Summer
June-August · 15-25°C
Warmest months with open water-best for swimming and outdoor activities; busiest local season.
Shoulder seasons (Late spring / early autumn)
May & September · 0-15°C
Short, cool transitional periods with variable weather; fewer visitors than mid-summer.
Winter
November-March · often below 0°C
Long, cold season with the lake typically frozen and snow cover common; outdoor access depends on winter conditions.

Weather & Climate near Lake Turgoyak #

Climate

Lake Turgoyak's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -17°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (532 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JulyMayJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
-41°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -9°C and lows of -17°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-13°
Feels Like Freezing
-13°C
Temperature
-17° -9°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.6h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -17°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-17° -7°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -11°C. The driest month with just 19 mm and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-11°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
14.0h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
16°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
16.0h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 22°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
17.1h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 94 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
13° 23°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

94 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
16.6h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
14.8h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-9° -2°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.1h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -14°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-14° -7°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.9h daylight

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