Wicko (lake) Lake
Shallow coastal lake near the Baltic Sea
Near Poland's Baltic coast in West Pomerania, Lake Wicko is a shallow coastal lagoon used for sailing, windsurfing, fishing and as a staging area for birdwatching and nearby dunes.
Wicko (lake) at a Glance#
Address: Jezioro Wicko (Wicko Lake), West Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland
Admission: Free (public lake)
How to Get to Wicko (lake)#
Wicko is accessible by regional roads from the larger towns in West Pomeranian Voivodeship. The nearest significant towns are Lębork and Słupsk; local roads and country lanes lead to small villages on the lake’s shore. Driving is the most practical option.
Tips for Visiting Wicko (lake)#
- For photography, visit at dawn to catch mist rising off the water and the soft light on the reed beds.
- Access the lake from nearby villages along the eastern shore - small public paths lead to open viewpoints.
- Combine a visit with exploration of the surrounding West Pomeranian countryside; the region's network of lakes is best enjoyed by moving between them.
Best Time to Visit Wicko (lake)#
Best visited late spring through early autumn for pleasant weather and quieter shores.
Weather & Climate near Wicko (lake)#
Wicko (lake)'s climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (606 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -2° - 2° | -5° | 42 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.7h |
| February | Poor | -2° - 2° | -5° | 30 mm | overcast | 91% | 4.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.5h |
| March | Poor | 0° - 5° | -2° | 37 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 3° - 10° | 3° | 33 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 13.9h |
| May | Very Good | 7° - 15° | 11° | 42 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.6 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.8h |
| June | Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 60 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.7 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.9h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 21° | 17° | 70 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.4h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 21° | 17° | 61 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.5 m/s | 1.0 high | 14.7h |
| September | Good | 10° - 17° | 13° | 65 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 6° - 12° | 7° | 58 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.3h |
| November | Poor | 2° - 6° | 1° | 57 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
| December | Poor | -1° - 4° | -3° | 51 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.1h |