Best Time to Visit Lake Usma
Summer months are best for swimming and lakeside activity; spring and autumn suit birdwatchers and walkers.
Weather & Climate near Lake Usma
Lake Usma'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 -6°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (666 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -5° - 0° | -8° | 42 mm | overcast | 94% | 3.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.1h |
| February | Poor | -6° - -1° | -8° | 27 mm | overcast | 93% | 3.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.2h |
| March | Poor | -3° - 3° | -4° | 36 mm | overcast | 88% | 3.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.6h |
| April | Acceptable | 1° - 9° | 2° | 38 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.1h |
| May | Good | 6° - 15° | 10° | 39 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 16.4h |
| June | Very Good | 10° - 19° | 14° | 58 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.0 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.6h |
| July | Good | 13° - 21° | 17° | 76 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.9 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.0h |
| August | Good | 13° - 21° | 17° | 76 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.7 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 15.0h |
| September | Good | 9° - 16° | 12° | 73 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 3.2 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 12.6h |
| October | Acceptable | 5° - 10° | 5° | 70 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.1h |
| November | Poor | 1° - 5° | -1° | 75 mm | overcast | 92% | 3.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.8h |
| December | Poor | -3° - 1° | -5° | 56 mm | overcast | 94% | 3.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.4h |
How to Get to Lake Usma
Usma is accessible by car from Ventspils and other regional towns; local roads lead to parking near the manor and lakeside beaches. Public buses serve the broader municipality but expect a short walk from stops.
Tips for Visiting Lake Usma
- Walk from Usma Manor along the lakeshore path for the best mix of architecture and beach views.
- Visit midweek in summer if seeking quieter beaches; weekends draw locals from Ventspils and farther afield.
- Bring insect repellent in early summer: the reed beds are lively at dusk.
