Lauhanvuori National Park
Park Finnish national park protecting forests, marshes, and fells
Lauhanvuori National Park offers rounded hills, pine forests and mires; Finns visit for marked hikes, summer berries and cross-country skiing on compact trails.
Tips for Visiting Lauhanvuori National Park #
- Aim for late spring through early autumn for the most reliable trail conditions and to enjoy the summit viewpoints; winter access is possible but trails and parking can be snowbound.
- Pick up maps and trail information at the national park's visitor point before setting out-the park is a mix of forested hills and bogs with clearly marked routes, and some lookouts give long views over the surrounding countryside.
- Visit midweek or early in the morning to avoid local weekend crowds and to have the observation points largely to yourself; be prepared for boggy sections on some lower trails after rain and follow marked boardwalks where present.
Best Time to Visit Lauhanvuori National Park #
Summer is the most accessible and pleasant time for hikes and wildlife viewing; winter offers snow activities but requires winter gear and experience.
Weather & Climate near Lauhanvuori National Park #
Lauhanvuori National Park's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -11°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (710 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with 85 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.