Límni Petrón Lake
Mountain lake in Western Macedonia, Greece
Límni Petrón in Western Macedonia is a mountain lake visited for local walking and lakeside scenery within the region's uplands.
Límni Petrón at a Glance#
Address: Límni Petrón (Lake Petron), Western Macedonia, Greece
How to Get to Límni Petrón#
Reach the lake by regional roads from Kastoria or Grevena; small local roads lead to nearby villages. Public transport is limited - a car is the easiest way to visit. Park at the nearest village edge and follow marked footpaths to the shoreline.
Tips for Visiting Límni Petrón#
- Access the shore paths on foot from the villages around the lake for the best views; parking can be limited.
- Check local signage - some sections of the lake are private or used for reservoir management.
- Bring a camera with a polariser to cut surface glare and reveal submerged rocks.
Best Time to Visit Límni Petrón#
Best in late spring through early autumn for access and comfortable conditions.
Weather & Climate near Límni Petrón#
Límni Petrón's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (569 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with 70 mm of rain.
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December
December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).