Porovesi

Lake Finnish lake known for recreational boating and fishing

A lake in Finland’s North Savo region used for boating, fishing and summer cottages; visitors enjoy paddling, angling and lakeside relaxation amid boreal forest.

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Porovesi
Porovesi, North Savo, Finland
63.5475, 27.1299
Open year‑round (natural area)
Free

How to Get to Porovesi #

Reached by regional roads from Kuopio and other North Savo towns; local route planning and maps are advised. Private boats and seasonal ferry services may operate on nearby lakes.

Tips for Visiting Porovesi #

  • Local lakeside huts (mökki) may be privately owned-ask before entering any buildings.
  • Finnish lakes are excellent for berry foraging in late summer; carry a small container for bilberries and cloudberries.
  • Expect few formal visitor services; plan for self‑sufficiency when exploring the region.

Best Time to Visit Porovesi #

Summer and early autumn are best for access and outdoor activities.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 15-25°C
Long daylight and calm waters; excellent for boating and fishing.
Autumn
Sep-Oct · 0-10°C
Cooler weather and good mushroom/berry picking.
Winter
Dec-Mar · -20--5°C
Frozen lakes and classic Finnish winter conditions; ice fishing possible.

Weather & Climate near Porovesi #

Climate

Porovesi's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -13°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (595 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JuneAugustJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
-39°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -6°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-13° -7°
99%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.4h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -6°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-13° -6°
99%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.4h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-8° -1°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.5h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Low
14.7h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
17.8h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
19.8h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 21°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
18.8h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 82 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 18°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
15.9h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
12.8h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-5° -1°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.4h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-10° -5°
99%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
4.2h daylight

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