Ovan Lake
Lake Highland lake in Qazvin province, scenic
Alpine lake in Qazvin province, set among wooded slopes and summer houses; people visit for short hikes, picnics, lakeside guesthouses and clear mountain air.
How to Get to Ovan Lake #
Ovan Lake is reached by road from Qazvin city; the drive takes about 1.5-2 hours depending on route. Local taxis and private cars are the typical means of travel; public bus access is limited.
Tips for Visiting Ovan Lake #
- The lake is small and winds can pick up-avoid boating alone on rough days.
- Combine a visit with nearby Qazvin attractions to make travel practical.
- Photographers should try morning light for best reflections on the lake.
Best Time to Visit Ovan Lake #
Best in spring and autumn for agreeable temperatures and clear skies.
Weather & Climate near Ovan Lake #
Ovan Lake's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Summer) - Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Summer) climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 31°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. The wettest month with 58 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain.
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August
August is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 5 mm.
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September
September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 11°C. The driest month with just 5 mm.
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October
October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.