Xinfengjiang Reservoir

Reservoir Large reservoir supplying hydroelectric power and irrigation

A large reservoir in Guangdong set among forested hills, used for water storage, boating and lakeside resorts; visitors come for boat rides, fishing and countryside recreation.

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Xinfengjiang Reservoir is a large impoundment on the Xinfeng River in Guangdong province, China. The reservoir was created by construction of a dam on the river and serves multiple utilitarian roles including water storage and hydroelectric power.

The lake created by the dam is used for local recreation and fisheries in addition to its primary water-management functions. Shoreline areas are developed for towns and transport links that connect the reservoir to surrounding counties.

The reservoir resulted from 20th-century river regulation and infrastructure projects intended to improve water resource management in the region, and it remains managed for supply and flood control.

It is located in northeastern Guangdong, inland from the provincial capital, and sits among hilly terrain crossed by the Xinfeng River.

  • Reservoir function: Formed by damming the Xinfeng River, the reservoir supplies water for irrigation, hydroelectricity and local water needs while also supporting recreational uses.
Xinfengjiang Reservoir
Xinfengjiang Reservoir, Guangdong Province, China
23.8333, 114.4167
Access to reservoir typically managed; fees for recreational use vary by local authority

How to Get to Xinfengjiang Reservoir #

Xinfengjiang Reservoir is located in northern Guangdong; the nearest larger towns provide bus and road connections. Driving is usually the most practical option; check local tourism offices for exact access points and recreational facilities.

Tips for Visiting Xinfengjiang Reservoir #

  • Many reservoir shores have designated recreation areas - check signage for permitted activities such as boating and fishing.
  • Boat rentals and marinas may operate seasonally; confirm availability before traveling.

Best Time to Visit Xinfengjiang Reservoir #

Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable conditions for outdoor recreation around the reservoir.

Autumn
September-November · 18-28°C
Pleasant for boating and lakeside walks with reduced summer humidity.
Spring
March-May · 18-25°C
Comfortable temperatures; good for outdoor activities.

Weather & Climate near Xinfengjiang Reservoir #

Climate

Xinfengjiang Reservoir's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1822 mm/year), wettest in May with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
OctoberNovemberDecember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
-6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
10.7h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 17°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
11.3h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (140 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 20°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

140 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 18°C. Heavy rain (229 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
18° 24°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

229 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
12.6h daylight

May

May is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (328 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 28°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

328 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
13.1h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (323 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 30°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

323 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
13.4h daylight

July

July is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (192 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

192 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
13.3h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (207 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

207 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.8h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 30°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

132 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 27°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
11.5h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 23°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
10.9h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 19°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.6h daylight

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