Fuxian Lake
Lake Deep freshwater lake in Yunnan province
A deep plateau lake in Yunnan noted for clear water and lakeside villages. Visitors take boat trips, fish and explore archaeological sites and local markets along its shores.
Fuxian Lake is a large freshwater lake in central Yunnan province, China, noted for its depth and clear waters. The lake is an important regional natural feature in Yunnan’s lake district.
Shoreline towns and development provide access for swimming, boating and lakeside recreation, while the lake’s depth and water clarity make it a focus for scientific study and local fisheries. Several villages and tourist facilities lie along the lake’s shores.
Fuxian Lake is a product of tectonic and glacial processes in the Yunnan plateau; it has supported human settlement, fishing and transport in the surrounding region for centuries. Modern tourism and development have grown in recent decades.
The lake sits in central Yunnan province, within Yuxi and surrounding counties, south of Kunming in southwestern China.
- Deep plateau lake: Fuxian is one of Yunnan's larger and deeper plateau lakes, supporting local fisheries and seasonal tourism along its shores.
How to Get to Fuxian Lake #
Nearest major city is Kunming or Yuxi; public buses and private cars serve towns on Fuxian Lake’s shore. The trip from Kunming is several hours by road; local taxis and minibuses connect smaller settlements.
Tips for Visiting Fuxian Lake #
- Hire a local boat to explore lesser-known bays and fishing villages along the shore.
- Ask about local fish recipes; Yunnan's lakeside cuisine is underappreciated.
- If interested in geology, seek out local guides who can point to spring-fed sources and underwater visibility variations.
Best Time to Visit Fuxian Lake #
Avoid the peak summer holiday weekends for calmer waters and fewer crowds.
Weather & Climate near Fuxian Lake #
Fuxian Lake's climate is classified as Subtropical Highland (Dry Winter) - Subtropical Highland (Dry Winter) climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (882 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. The driest month with just 12 mm.
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February
February is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (145 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (170 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (170 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall.
