Pieksänjärvi
Lake Large lake in South Savo, Finland
Pieksänjärvi in South Savo is a Finnish lake with islands and shores used for boating, angling and summer cottage recreation.
How to Get to Pieksänjärvi #
Pieksänjärvi is accessible from nearby towns in South Savo. Regional roads and local signposting lead to public shore access points; private boat launches require permission from landowners.
Tips for Visiting Pieksänjärvi #
- If visiting in winter, check ice conditions: the lake freezes reliably but local ice safety rules should be followed.
- Fishing and small-boat launches are common activities - use local landing points rather than creating informal access tracks along the shore.
- For swimming, head for designated beaches; the water can be cool even in summer.
Best Time to Visit Pieksänjärvi #
Pieksänjärvi is best experienced in summer for water activities; winter offers a very different, frozen landscape for experienced outdoorspeople.
Weather & Climate near Pieksänjärvi #
Pieksänjärvi's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -13°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (635 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -6°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 83 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
