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In Pyong Yang, January brings very low daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), with nights cooling to -9°C (16°F). It is the driest month of the year, with minimal snow/rainfall.
January in Pyong Yang can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Pyong Yang - and find the best time to visit.
51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Pyong Yang typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 1°C (34°F). Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -11°C (12°F) to -8°C (18°F).
51-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Pyong Yang spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 49 years of weather observations (1976-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Pyong Yang.
Find out more about the weather in North Korea and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of North Korea in January →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Pyong Yang in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Dry conditions mean you won't need to worry about rain protection. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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