Dongqian Lake Lake
Large freshwater lake near Ningbo, scenic resort area
Large lake east of Ningbo in Zhejiang with islands, temples and lakeside parks; popular for boat tours, day trips and local seafood restaurants along the shore.
Dongqian Lake at a Glance#
Address: Dongqian Lake, Yinzhou District, Ningbo, Zhejiang, China
Website: http://www.zj.gov.cn/
How to Get to Dongqian Lake#
From Ningbo city center, take local buses toward Yinzhou District or a taxi (roughly 15-25 km depending on start point). Public bus routes and local tourist buses serve the lake; driving time is usually 30-45 minutes from downtown Ningbo.
Tips for Visiting Dongqian Lake#
- Arrive early to watch local fishermen on wooden boats before tourist traffic increases.
- Hire a boat from the northern docks to reach quieter coves and the evergreen hills on the east shore.
- Try the lakeside walking paths on weekdays to avoid Jiangbei crowds.
Best Time to Visit Dongqian Lake#
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for visiting the lakeside and gardens; summer is hot and busy.
Weather & Climate near Dongqian Lake#
Dongqian Lake's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1231 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (138 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 21°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (173 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (136 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (161 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.