Dabusun Lake
Lake Saline lake in Qinghai's Qaidam Basin
In Qinghai’s Qaidam Basin near Golmud, Dabusun is a saline lake amid salt pans and desert plains; travelers see salt-extraction sites, reflective flats and stark plateau horizons.
Dabusun Lake is a saline endorheic lake in the Qaidam (Qaidam) Basin of Qinghai province, China. It is part of a network of salt lakes and playas in the basin and contributes to the region’s salt and mineral resources.
The lake’s surface area and salinity vary with seasonal evaporation and inflow. The site lies within an arid, high-elevation basin north of the Tibetan Plateau where salt pans and mineral deposits are common.
- Saline lake and mineral extraction: Situated in the Qaidam Basin, the lake is saline and linked to regional salt and mineral extraction operations in the broader Qarhan/Dabuxun salt lake system.
How to Get to Dabusun Lake #
Reachable from regional centers in Qinghai and by road through the Qaidam Basin; long-distance travel will typically involve driving from cities such as Golmud or Xining. Road conditions can be variable-4x4 vehicles and local guidance recommended.
Tips for Visiting Dabusun Lake #
- Bring sun protection and up-to-date maps-the salt flats and lake edges can be disorienting.
- Vehicle access may be limited; check local travel advisories and talk to regional authorities about road conditions.
- Observe wildlife from a distance-the area can host migratory birds in season.
Best Time to Visit Dabusun Lake #
Summer months avoid the worst of the cold; the region's high plateau climate means large daily temperature swings year-round.
Weather & Climate near Dabusun Lake #
Dabusun Lake's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -16°C to 26°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -16°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -12°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -6°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of -1°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 5°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of -2°C. The driest month with just 1 mm.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -9°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -15°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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