Lake Zhizhitskoye
Lake Pskov Oblast lake in northwestern Russia
Freshwater lake in Pskov Oblast, Russia; draws anglers and walkers to its quiet rural shores and seasonal birdlife.
Lake Zhizhitskoye is a lake in Pskov Oblast in western Russia. It is identified as a named freshwater body at the coordinates provided.
There are no widely recorded visitor facilities or major tourist highlights specifically associated with this lake in the sources used for this entry. Local recreational information is not documented here.
No widely documented historical information about construction, notable events, or major alterations to the lake appears in the standard references consulted for this entry.
The lake sits in Pskov Oblast, Russia at the coordinates given above. Further geographic context or distances to major cities are not provided here.
- Coordinates: 56.2223 N, 31.23283 E
How to Get to Lake Zhizhitskoye #
From Pskov city, take regional roads northwest into the oblast and follow signage for lakeside villages; local minibuses serve some routes but personal transport provides the most flexible access.
Tips for Visiting Lake Zhizhitskoye #
- The lake and surrounding woodlands are best explored in late spring when the understory flowers are out.
- Many of the lakeside villages are small-carry cash and plan fuel stops.
- If interested in history, ask locals about wartime sites in the region that often tie into the lake's stories.
Best Time to Visit Lake Zhizhitskoye #
Summer for boating and fishing; spring and autumn for quieter wildlife viewing.
Weather & Climate near Lake Zhizhitskoye #
Lake Zhizhitskoye'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 -10°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (681 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with 87 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.