City in Gangwon, South Korea
Gangneung weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Gangneung
May–Jun and Sep–Oct are mild; Gangneung Coffee Festival is in autumn. Jul–Aug has crowded beaches and typhoon risk; winters are cold and snowy.
Gangneung weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan3°31 mm
- Feb4°44 mm
- Mar9°49 mm
- Apr15°84 mm
- May20°80 mm
- Jun24°118 mm
- Jul26°345 mm
- Aug27°284 mm
- Sep23°196 mm
- Oct18°91 mm
- Nov12°70 mm
- Dec5°33 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C37°F | -2°C28°F | 31 mm | 76% | Freezing |
| February | 4°C40°F | -1°C30°F | 44 mm | 72% | Cold |
| March | 9°C48°F | 3°C37°F | 49 mm | 70% | Cold |
| April | 15°C58°F | 8°C46°F | 84 mm | 70% | Cool |
| May | 20°C68°F | 13°C55°F | 80 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| June | 24°C75°F | 18°C64°F | 118 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| July | 26°C79°F | 22°C71°F | 345 mm | 84% | Very wet |
| August | 27°C80°F | 23°C73°F | 284 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| September | 23°C73°F | 18°C65°F | 196 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| October | 18°C64°F | 13°C55°F | 91 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| November | 12°C53°F | 6°C43°F | 70 mm | 74% | Cool |
| December | 5°C41°F | 0°C31°F | 33 mm | 77% | Cold |
Best months across South Korea
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Seoul | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (28°C) |
| Busan | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Jeju | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Gyeongju | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (28°C) |
| Seogwipo | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Incheon | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Jeonju | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (29°C) |
| Sokcho | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Gangneung | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Daegu | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
| Yeosu | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Gangneung?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–Jun and Sep–Oct are mild; Gangneung Coffee Festival is in autumn. Jul–Aug has crowded beaches and typhoon risk; winters are cold and snowy.
When is the rainy season in Gangneung?
Rain peaks in July with about 345 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jul–Sep.
What is the hottest month in Gangneung?
August, with average highs of 27°C (80°F).
How cold does Gangneung get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -2°C (28°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Gangneung City Tourism
- Visit Korea (Korea Tourism Organization)
- Korail (KTX)
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.8°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.