City in Jeonbuk, South Korea
Jeonju weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Jeonju
Apr–May and Sep–Nov are mild; autumn is clear and pleasant. Jul–Aug is hot and humid; Dec–Feb is cold and dry.
Jeonju weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan3°27 mm
- Feb5°39 mm
- Mar11°50 mm
- Apr17°85 mm
- May23°85 mm
- Jun27°136 mm
- Jul29°317 mm
- Aug29°261 mm
- Sep25°134 mm
- Oct20°56 mm
- Nov12°45 mm
- Dec5°32 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C37°F | -5°C23°F | 27 mm | 77% | Freezing |
| February | 5°C42°F | -4°C26°F | 39 mm | 74% | Cold |
| March | 11°C51°F | 0°C31°F | 50 mm | 74% | Cold |
| April | 17°C63°F | 5°C41°F | 85 mm | 73% | Cool |
| May | 23°C73°F | 11°C52°F | 85 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| June | 27°C80°F | 16°C62°F | 136 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| July | 29°C83°F | 21°C70°F | 317 mm | 85% | Very wet |
| August | 29°C85°F | 22°C72°F | 261 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| September | 25°C78°F | 16°C62°F | 134 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| October | 20°C67°F | 9°C49°F | 56 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| November | 12°C54°F | 3°C37°F | 45 mm | 77% | Cool |
| December | 5°C41°F | -3°C27°F | 32 mm | 78% | 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 Jeonju?
Apr–May, Sep–Nov. Apr–May and Sep–Nov are mild; autumn is clear and pleasant. Jul–Aug is hot and humid; Dec–Feb is cold and dry.
When is the rainy season in Jeonju?
Rain peaks in July with about 317 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jul–Aug.
What is the hottest month in Jeonju?
August, with average highs of 29°C (85°F).
How cold does Jeonju get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -5°C (23°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Jeonju Hanok Village
- 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. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.