Yangzong Hai

Lake Yunnan lake known for clear waters and recreation

Yangzong Hai (Yangzong Lake) in Yunnan is a freshwater lake known for lakeside resorts, hot springs and local freshwater cuisine-popular for weekend leisure, boating and day trips from nearby cities.

Main image

Yangzong Hai (Yangzong Lake) is a freshwater lake in Yunnan province, China, located within a regional lake basin. It is used for local recreation, aquaculture and scenic enjoyment by nearby communities.

The lake shoreline features small settlements and resort areas that cater to day visitors and local holidaymakers; activities include boating and lakeside walking. Water quality and land use around the lake have been matters of regional management and development.

Geographically the lake lies in central Yunnan, within Yunnan’s lake district and within driving distance of regional urban centres in the province.

  • Local recreation: Shorelines and nearby towns provide recreational facilities and lakeside resorts used for local tourism and fisheries.
Yangzong Hai
24.9108, 103.0033

How to Get to Yangzong Hai #

Yangzong Hai is accessible by road from Kunming (approximately 1-2 hours by car depending on traffic); regional buses run to towns near the lake with local transfers to lakeside villages.

Tips for Visiting Yangzong Hai #

  • Avoid midday glare by visiting early morning or late afternoon when the lake surface is most photogenic.
  • Local guesthouses around the lake provide better access to sunrise and sunset viewpoints than day trips.
  • Hire a small boat or local guide to explore coves and inlets that are otherwise difficult to reach on foot.

Best Time to Visit Yangzong Hai #

Spring through autumn is generally the most pleasant time to visit Yangzong Hai for outdoor activities and lake scenery.

Spring-Autumn
March-November · 15-25°C
Mild weather and good visibility for boating and lakeside walks.
Winter (milder)
December-February · 5-15°C
Cooler, quieter visits; some services may be reduced.

Weather & Climate near Yangzong Hai #

Climate

Yangzong Hai's climate is classified as Subtropical Highland (Dry Winter) - Subtropical Highland (Dry Winter) climate with warm summers (peaking in June) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 3°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (895 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
AprilFebruaryMarch
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
-8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. The driest month with just 12 mm and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
10.7h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.

79 Very Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
17°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.2h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall.

79 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
21°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 24°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 24°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.2h daylight

June

June is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (153 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 24°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

153 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
13.5h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (174 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
17° 24°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

174 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
13.4h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (167 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 24°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

167 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
14° 22°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 20°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
11.5h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
10.8h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

Nearby Attractions to Yangzong Hai