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Hanna Lake

Lake

Hanna Lake sits below the Zarghoon Hills near Quetta as a man‑made reservoir with gardens and boating; locals and day‑trippers come for picnics, cafés and mountain views.

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Hanna Lake essentials

Address: Hanna Lake, near Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan
Admission: Free access to public viewpoints; boat rides or entry to certain picnic areas may have local fees
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About Hanna Lake

Hanna Lake is a small reservoir and recreational lake near the city of Quetta in Balochistan, Pakistan. It is a well-known local picnic and leisure spot.

The site features a man-made lake surrounded by dry, semi-arid hills, with informal picnic areas, boat rides and seasonal greenery after rains. It is frequented by families and day-trippers from Quetta.

Created as a reservoir and recreational area, Hanna Lake has been managed as a local water and leisure resource for the Quetta area. Its condition and water levels have varied with rainfall and maintenance efforts.

The lake lies a short drive from Quetta city in Balochistan, set amid the surrounding arid hills that characterise the Quetta valley.

  • Proximity to Quetta: Located on the approach to Quetta, making it a popular short excursion for residents and visitors to the city.
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Hanna Lake

Spring and autumn are the most comfortable months for visiting; summers can be hot in the lowlands but the lake remains relatively cool.

Spring-Autumn
Mar-Nov · 15-30°C
Pleasant daytime temperatures and clear views.
Winter
Dec-Feb · 0-15°C
Cold mornings and occasional frost; quieter surroundings.

Weather & Climate near Hanna Lake

Climate

Hanna Lake's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 35°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 98 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JuneSeptemberOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
-13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good -1° - 11° 4° 42 mm some cloud 50% 1.7 m/s 0.8 moderate 10.3h
February Good 1° - 14° 6° 40 mm partly cloudy 51% 2.4 m/s 1.1 high 11.0h
March Very Good 6° - 19° 13° 37 mm some cloud 46% 2.4 m/s 1.7 very high 11.9h
April Excellent 11° - 26° 18° 16 mm some cloud 36% 2.2 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.8h
May Ideal 15° - 31° 23° 8 mm mostly sunny 24% 2.4 m/s 2.8 extreme 13.6h
June Ideal 19° - 35° 27° 2 mm mostly sunny 21% 2.6 m/s 2.9 extreme 13.9h
July Ideal 20° - 35° 28° 24 mm mostly sunny 29% 2.6 m/s 2.7 extreme 13.8h
August Ideal 19° - 34° 26° 15 mm mostly sunny 28% 2.4 m/s 2.5 extreme 13.1h
September Ideal 14° - 31° 23° 5 mm clear 19% 2.2 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.2h
October Ideal 9° - 26° 17° 4 mm clear 21% 1.9 m/s 1.6 very high 11.3h
November Excellent 4° - 20° 12° 6 mm mostly sunny 34% 1.6 m/s 1.0 high 10.5h
December Very Good 0° - 14° 7° 27 mm mostly sunny 40% 1.3 m/s 0.7 moderate 10.1h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Hanna Lake

Approximately 10-15 km from central Quetta by road; reachable by car or local taxi services. Roads can be hilly and traffic varies by season.

Tips for Visiting Hanna Lake

  • Go in the late afternoon for soft light over the lake and the surrounding hills.
  • Combine a visit with a stop at the nearby viewpoint and cafes that serve local cuisine.
  • If driving from Quetta allow extra time - roads can be slow and weather affects travel times.