Votkinsk Reservoir
Monastery Large reservoir on the Kama River supporting hydroelectricity
A large reservoir on the Kama River in Perm Krai, the Votkinsk Reservoir was formed by damming; the shoreline supports boating, fishing and small-scale lakeside recreation.
Votkinsk Reservoir is an impoundment on the Kama River in the Perm Krai region of Russia, created by the Votkinsk Hydroelectric Station.
The reservoir is used for hydroelectric power production, river regulation and navigation, and its shoreline supports fishing and recreational activities. It extends along the river and borders regional administrative areas on both banks.
The reservoir lies on the Kama River in the western part of the Ural region and is associated with the town of Votkinsk and the adjacent hydroelectric infrastructure.
- Uses: The reservoir occupies a section of the Kama River and is used for hydroelectric power, river regulation, navigation and local recreation including fishing.
What to See #
- Votkinsk Hydroelectric Station: The hydroelectric station that created the reservoir sits at the downstream end and is the primary source of the impoundment used for power generation and river regulation.
Tips for Visiting Votkinsk Reservoir #
- The Votkinsk Reservoir is a large, wind‑exposed body of water - if you're boating or fishing, mornings are usually calmer than afternoons and local wind forecasts matter for safety.
- Check local regulations and permitted launch sites in Perm Krai before planning water activities; popular shoreline spots can have limited facilities.
Best Time to Visit Votkinsk Reservoir #
Best visited in summer for boating and fishing; winters bring ice cover and very cold temperatures.
Weather & Climate near Votkinsk Reservoir #
Votkinsk Reservoir'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 -17°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (538 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -10°C and lows of -17°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -16°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -9°C. The driest month with just 23 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with 68 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (56 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 (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -14°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
