Wonsan weather in January (North Korea)
Will it be rainy or sunny in Wonsan this January? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.
Temperatures
In January, Wonsan tends to experience very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Experience the winter season in January. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 1°C. At night, they will likely drop to about -8°C. Being the coldest month of the year, it’s a good idea to bring your heaviest winter gear.
Precipitation
Wonsan in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 36 mm for the month. Take advantage of the driest month of the year with its minimal rain. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 7 days of snow/rain are anticipated.Average sunshine
Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 205 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Wonsan.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Wonsan. May, June, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, July and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Wonsan climate page with graphs.
Wonsan, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-8°C
Max Temperature
1°C
Water Temperature
4°C
Chance of Rain
22%
Precipitation
36 mm
Rainy days
7 days
Humidity
53%
Sunshine
205 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in North Korea in January
Find out more about the weather in North Korea and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
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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. With a water temperature of around 4°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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