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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.

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Pohang, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 19%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 35 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 53%  
WindspeedWindspeed 3 m/s  
SunshineSunshine 189 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage 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.

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In January generally
poor weather
with low temperatures
and moderate monthly snow/rainfall

More information

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).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit South Korea, check out our Pohang's climate page.

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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