Pohang Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Pohang, Gyeongsangbuk-Do, South Korea, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 29°C (84°F) in August, while winters cool to 7°C (45°F) in January.
With around 1164 mm (46 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Pohang has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed — the city has a distinct dry season from December to January. The wettest month is August. The sunniest month is May, with 7.6 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Monthly Temperature in Pohang
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Pohang. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 7°C (45°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 24°C (75°F) in August to -1°C (30°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Pohang
Pohang has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1164 mm (46 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Pohang can be quite wet during August, receiving approximately 203 mm (8 in) of precipitation over 11 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (December), you will experience much drier conditions, with 28 mm (1.1 in) of precipitation spread across 5 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Pohang Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Pohang
Pohang experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 7.6 hours daily sunshine in May, it dips to 5.1 hours in September, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Pohang by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Pohang.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 80%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 53%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Pohang
The mean wind speed varies between 2 m/s (4 knots) and 3 m/s (6 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in June, July, October and November and highest during January, February, March, April, May, August, September and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Pohang 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Pohang
During the months of May, June and October, Pohang enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 21°C (70°F) to 25°C (77°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 71 mm (2.8 in) in October to 131 mm (5.2 in) in June. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers.
The rainy season falls during July, August and September, bringing heavy precipitation. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
