Schwansener See

Lake Shallow lake in Schleswig-Holstein, used for recreation

Schwansener See, on the Schwansen peninsula in Schleswig‑Holstein, is a small lake used for boating, fishing and shoreline walks, with rural villages and cycling routes nearby.

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Schwansener See
Schwansener See, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
54.6083, 10.0191

How to Get to Schwansener See #

By car, Schwansener See is accessed via local roads off the B76 and regional routes from Kiel or Lübeck. Regional buses serve nearby towns; a car is the most convenient way to explore the lake’s perimeter.

Tips for Visiting Schwansener See #

  • Combine a swim with a walk around the lake's perimeter for varied views.
  • Check local signage for fishing rules - some sections are protected habitats.
  • Bring insect repellent in summer - reeds attract mosquitoes at dusk.

Best Time to Visit Schwansener See #

Summer for swimming and boating; shoulder seasons for quieter walks and birding.

Summer
June-August · 18-25°C
Warmest water temperatures and best for lakeside recreation.
Spring/Autumn
April-May & September-October · 8-16°C
Quieter and pleasant for hiking around the shore.

Weather & Climate near Schwansener See #

Climate

Schwansener See's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (826 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
21°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
6.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy

February

February is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy

March

March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
11° 18°

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
13° 20°

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 96 mm of rain.

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 21°

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 17°

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
12°

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy

December

December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy

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