Tauragnas at a Glance
About Tauragnas
Tauragnas is a lake in Utena County in northeastern Lithuania and is the deepest lake in the country. It reaches a maximum depth of roughly 62.5 metres.
The shoreline is relatively quiet and used for swimming, small-boat recreation and fishing; there are small settlements and country roads around the lake rather than large tourist facilities. Natural shorelines and clear water are the main attractions rather than built attractions.
Tauragnas is a glacially formed lake and has been part of the regional landscape since the end of the last ice age. Its modern use is primarily recreational and local.
The lake sits in Utena County in northeastern Lithuania, within a rural area of lakes and forests.
- Deepest point: Maximum recorded depth is about 62.5 metres, making it the deepest lake in Lithuania.
Nearby Attractions to Tauragnas
Best Time to Visit Tauragnas
Summer and early autumn are the most pleasant seasons for hiking and ridge-line views; avoid heavy winter snow unless experienced.
Weather & Climate near Tauragnas
Tauragnas'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 -8°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (651 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -7° - -2° | -10° | 40 mm | overcast | 98% | 3.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.6h |
| February | Poor | -8° - -2° | -10° | 33 mm | overcast | 98% | 3.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.4h |
| March | Poor | -5° - 3° | -5° | 38 mm | overcast | 92% | 3.5 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 1° - 11° | 3° | 43 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 3.3 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Very Good | 6° - 17° | 12° | 53 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.0 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.0h |
| June | Good | 10° - 21° | 15° | 75 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 2.8 m/s | 1.5 high | 17.1h |
| July | Very Good | 12° - 23° | 17° | 77 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 2.7 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.6h |
| August | Good | 11° - 22° | 16° | 75 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.5 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.8h |
| September | Good | 7° - 16° | 11° | 65 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 2.9 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.6h |
| October | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 4° | 53 mm | overcast | 91% | 3.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.3h |
| November | Poor | -1° - 4° | -3° | 49 mm | overcast | 95% | 3.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.1h |
| December | Poor | -5° - -1° | -8° | 50 mm | overcast | 97% | 3.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |
How to Get to Tauragnas
Tauragnas is in Utena County near Tauragnai and Zarasai. Drive via regional roads from Utena or Zarasai; local signage leads to trailheads and the viewpoint.
Tips for Visiting Tauragnas
- Arrive on a clear day for the best views of the surrounding lakes and forests; mornings often have calmer air for photography.
- Hiking trails vary-ask local rangers for recommended routes and current conditions.
- If driving, use a 4x4 for mountain roads during wet seasons; some approach roads can be rough.
