Hanhowuz Reservoir

Reservoir Large reservoir in southeastern Turkmenistan

A reservoir in eastern Turkmenistan used for irrigation and regional water management. The area has limited tourist infrastructure and is primarily functional.

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Hanhowuz Reservoir
37.2199, 61.3202

How to Get to Hanhowuz Reservoir #

Hanhowuz Reservoir is remote; the nearest major roads are regional arteries in eastern Turkmenistan. Travel requires private vehicle or arrangements through local transport services; confirm permissions and road conditions in advance.

Tips for Visiting Hanhowuz Reservoir #

  • Check local permissions before approaching - much of Turkmenistan's irrigation infrastructure is managed and access may be restricted.
  • Bring sun protection and be prepared for dry, hot conditions outside the brief shoulder seasons.
  • If traveling from the city, arrange transport with a local driver experienced with remote rural roads.

Best Time to Visit Hanhowuz Reservoir #

Spring and autumn avoid the region's hot summer and harsh winter extremes and are the most comfortable times to visit.

Spring
March-May · 15-25°C
Pleasant temperatures and good light for travel across otherwise arid surroundings.
Autumn
September-November · 18-28°C
Clear skies and cooler evenings; ideal for short excursions near reservoirs.

Weather & Climate near Hanhowuz Reservoir #

Climate

Hanhowuz Reservoir's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 36°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
47°
Warmest Month
-17°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.7h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
15°
57%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
12° 23°
49%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
13.0h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 29°
34%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
14.0h daylight

June

June is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
21° 35°
21%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
14.5h daylight

July

July is the hottest month with highs of 36°C and lows of 23°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
23° 36°
19%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
14.3h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
21° 34°
18%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
13.4h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 29°
21%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

87 Excellent

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 22°
33%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.1h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall.

81 Excellent

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
53%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

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