Causes of high temperature and heat wave in Dongting Lake in summer

Geographic location, climate conditions, and atmospheric environmental factors.

According to query Yueyang Daily.

1. Geographical location and climate conditions: Dongting Lake is located in the subtropical monsoon climate zone. In summer, affected by the subtropical high pressure, warm and humid air currents prevail, making the weather hot and humid. This climate condition provides the necessary prerequisite for the formation of high-temperature heat waves.

2. Atmospheric environmental factors: Downdrafts controlled by the subtropical high pressure ridge and the northwest edge of the northwest Pacific subtropical high pressure often occur in the Dongting Lake area in summer. This atmospheric environment will lead to sunny weather, less wind, and intensified The increase in surface temperature will promote the formation and persistence of high-temperature heat waves.