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Tõhela Järv

Lake

A shallow lake in Pärnumaa frequented for fishing, swimming and walking trails through surrounding woodland.

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Tõhela Järv essentials

Country: Estonia
Driest months: Feb-Apr
Pay in: Euro (€)
Language: Estonian
Emergency: 110

Tõhela Järv at a Glance

About Tõhela Järv

Tõhela Järv is a small lake in Pärnumaa, southwestern Estonia, located near the village of Tõhela. It is a local freshwater feature set within a landscape of farmland, meadows and pockets of woodland.

The lake is used mainly for local recreation and nature observation, with informal bathing and fishing spots along its shore. It is a modest local landmark rather than a large tourist destination.

The lake sits within rural Pärnu County in southwestern Estonia, surrounded by agricultural land and small villages.

  • Access note: Access is typically via rural roads and tracks; mobile services and facilities are limited so plan accordingly outside summer months.
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When to Go

Best Time to Visit Tõhela Järv

Best in summer for comfortable activity and birdlife; autumn offers moodier, photographic conditions.

Summer
June-August · 15-22°C (59-72°F)
Calm waters and long daylight hours; plants and birds are most active.
Autumn
September-October · 5-15°C (41-59°F)
Changing foliage colors and fewer visitors; misty mornings are common.

Weather & Climate near Tõhela Järv

Climate

Tõhela Järv's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -8°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (602 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 24 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyMayJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
-28°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -7° - -2° -10° 40 mm overcast 94% 4.6 m/s 0.0 low 6.9h
February Poor -8° - -2° -10° 28 mm overcast 94% 4.1 m/s 0.1 low 9.1h
March Poor -5° - 2° -6° 29 mm overcast 91% 3.8 m/s 0.3 low 11.6h
April Acceptable 1° - 9° 2° 32 mm partly cloudy 85% 3.8 m/s 0.6 moderate 14.2h
May Very Good 6° - 16° 11° 35 mm partly cloudy 79% 3.7 m/s 1.1 high 16.6h
June Very Good 10° - 19° 15° 49 mm partly cloudy 78% 3.5 m/s 1.3 high 17.9h
July Very Good 14° - 22° 18° 66 mm partly cloudy 77% 3.3 m/s 1.3 high 17.2h
August Very Good 13° - 21° 17° 69 mm partly cloudy 77% 3.3 m/s 0.9 moderate 15.1h
September Good 8° - 16° 12° 68 mm overcast 82% 3.9 m/s 0.5 low 12.6h
October Acceptable 4° - 10° 4° 66 mm overcast 87% 4.3 m/s 0.1 low 10.0h
November Poor 0° - 4° -2° 67 mm overcast 91% 4.7 m/s 0.0 low 7.6h
December Poor -4° - 0° -7° 53 mm overcast 93% 4.5 m/s 0.0 low 6.2h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Tõhela Järv

Tõhela Järv lies in Pärnumaa county. Access by car from Pärnu is the most practical option; local roads lead to small parking areas near the lake.

Tips for Visiting Tõhela Järv

  • The lake is small and peaceful - bring a sketchbook or binoculars for birdwatching.
  • Access roads can be narrow; a local map is helpful to find the best viewpoints.
  • The site is lightly visited; check local guides for any conservation rules about shoreline access.