Pohang weather in January (Gyeongsangbuk-Do, South Korea)

What does the weather outlook for Pohang look like in January? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

January in Pohang generally includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Experience the winter season in January. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 7°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to -1°C. It's generally the coldest month of the year, making it essential to pack warm layers and winter accessories.

Precipitation

Pohang in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 35 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 6 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 189 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Pohang. May and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January and February tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Pohang climate page with graphs.

 

Pohang, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 19%  

Precipitation 35 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 53%  

Windspeed 11 km/h  

Sunshine 189 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 61%  

Where to go in South Korea in January

Find out more about the weather in South Korea and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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