Geheyan Dam

Reservoir Large hydroelectric dam on Hubei's Geheyan River

A hydroelectric dam on the Qingjiang in Hubei with a large reservoir and power facilities; engineers and visitors note the structure on regional river navigation routes and nearby river scenery.

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Geheyan Dam
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How to Get to Geheyan Dam #

Geheyan Dam is reached by road from nearby Hubei towns; the closest larger city hubs in Hubei provide rail and road connections, with local bus or taxi services handling the final leg. Exact public-transport routes vary; private vehicle or organized tour is often most practical.

Tips for Visiting Geheyan Dam #

  • Check for guided tours or observation platforms-many dams allow public viewing but restrict access to technical areas.
  • If combining with river trips, coordinate timing so arrival is not during industrial operations or maintenance closures.
  • Be aware of regional conservation and safety signage; large dam sites have restricted zones for safety reasons.

Best Time to Visit Geheyan Dam #

Visit in spring through autumn for easier access and clearer conditions; check local restrictions and tour availability.

Spring-Autumn
April-October · Mild to warm depending on region
Easier access for viewpoint visits and nearby river activities.
Winter
November-March · Cooler
Lower tourist traffic; weather can be wetter depending on the Hubei climate.

Weather & Climate near Geheyan Dam #

Climate

Geheyan Dam'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 (1154 mm/year), wettest in July.

Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberNovember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
-10°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. The driest month with just 21 mm and mostly overcast skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.9h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 21°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
12.8h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 25°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

141 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
13.6h daylight

June

June is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (156 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
21° 28°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

156 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
13.9h daylight

July

July is the hottest month, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (198 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

198 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (169 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

169 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
13.1h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 26°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

118 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
12.2h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
14° 21°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
11.3h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. The driest month with just 21 mm and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

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