Paunküla Reservoir

Reservoir Man-made reservoir near Tallinn, recreational area

Paunküla Reservoir, north of Tallinn in Harju County, offers pine-fringed shoreline, small islands and shallow waters used locally for swimming, walking and informal recreation in summer.

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Paunküla Reservoir
Paunküla area, Harju County, Estonia (local reservoir coordinates)
59.1111, 25.3475

How to Get to Paunküla Reservoir #

The reservoir lies in Harju County and is most easily reached by car from Tallinn (approximately 40-60 minutes depending on route). Local roads and small parking areas provide access; public transport options are limited.

Tips for Visiting Paunküla Reservoir #

  • Visit early in the morning for still waters and better birdwatching opportunities.
  • Local anglers will know the best spots for fish; speaking with them can reveal little-used viewpoints and trails.

Best Time to Visit Paunküla Reservoir #

Summer and late spring offer the most comfortable conditions for lakeside walks and outdoor activities.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Warm weather for walking around the water and enjoying the pine-scented air.
Late Spring-Early Autumn
May-Sep · 8-20°C (46-68°F)
Good for photography and birdwatching with moderate temperatures.

Weather & Climate near Paunküla Reservoir #

Climate

Paunküla Reservoir'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 -9°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (707 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
MayJulyJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
-38°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-8° -3°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-9° -2°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.3h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
16°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
16.8h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
20°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
18.2h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 22°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
17.5h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with 85 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 21°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
15.3h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.4h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6° -1°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.9h daylight

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