Kanva Reservoir
Reservoir Artificial reservoir near Bangalore in Karnataka
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Kanva Reservoir is a man-made reservoir in Karnataka, India, created by a dam to store local river water. It is used regionally for irrigation and local water supply purposes.
The reservoir also functions as a local landscape feature and is visited by nearby communities; detailed visitor facilities and precise dimensions are not widely published in general references.
There are no widely cited historic events connected specifically to the reservoir beyond its role as part of regional water management infrastructure.
Kanva Reservoir lies in Karnataka state in southern India at the supplied coordinates.
How to Get to Kanva Reservoir #
Kanva Reservoir is roughly 60-70 km from Bangalore city center by road; travel via NH 948 (formerly NH 207) toward Kanakapura and then local roads to Ramanagara and the Kanva Dam area. Private cars and hired taxis are the most practical means of access.
Tips for Visiting Kanva Reservoir #
- Visit during weekdays to avoid crowds from nearby Bangalore; sunrise offers calm water and good bird activity.
- There are local cafés and small vendors near the parking area-ask about fresh snacks from nearby villages.
- The reservoir's walking trails are uneven-use local guidance on safe routes and avoid restricted areas near the dam.
Best Time to Visit Kanva Reservoir #
Winter and post-monsoon months are most pleasant for visiting; avoid mid-summer heat if possible.
Weather & Climate near Kanva Reservoir #
Kanva Reservoir's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in April) and warm winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 16°C to 35°C. Moderate rainfall (725 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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March
March is warm, feeling like 27°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 29°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).
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May
May is hot, feeling like 30°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (168 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.
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