Shotozero Lake
Remote lake in Republic of Karelia
Shotozero denotes a lake in the Republic of Karelia; people visit for fishing, canoeing and the remote boreal landscape of lakes, islands and pine forest typical of northwest Russia.
Shotozero at a Glance#
Address: Shotozero, Republic of Karelia, Russia
How to Get to Shotozero#
Shotozero is reached from regional towns in the Republic of Karelia. Road access varies and may require a private car or local guide. Check regional maps and local transport services for the nearest access points.
Tips for Visiting Shotozero#
- This is a lake in a sparsely populated region-boat access may require local coordination and no services are available on site.
- Check seasonal ice conditions before planning any visit; many northern lakes freeze for extended periods.
- If planning fishing, verify licensing rules under regional regulations.
Best Time to Visit Shotozero#
Summer months for boating and fishing; winter visits require specialist equipment and local guidance.
Weather & Climate near Shotozero#
Shotozero's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -15°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (635 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -8°C and lows of -15°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -14°C. The driest month with just 29 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 4°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 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and partly cloudy 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 partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (71 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 (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.