Gongju Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
The climate in Gongju, South Korea, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 31°C (88°F) in August to 5°C (41°F) in January.
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1208 mm (48 in) per year. July is the wettest month and January the driest. The city also experiences a distinct dry season from December to February. Sunshine peaks in May, when the city sees around 7.5 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Gongju
In Gongju, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C (88°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 5°C (41°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 22°C (72°F) in August to around -5°C (23°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Gongju
Gongju experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1208 mm (48 in) of precipitation annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, July it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 264 mm (10 in) of precipitation, recorded across 15 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month January brings less snow/rainfall, with 26 mm (1 in) over 9 snowy/rainy days. For more details, please visit our Gongju 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 Gongju
While the amount of sunshine in Gongju varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 7.5 hours of daily sun in May, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in July, with about 4.7 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Gongju by Month
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 6358%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 55%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Gongju 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Gongju
The best time to visit Gongju is during April, May, June and October, when the weather provides comfortable temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (85°F). With rainfall of 59 mm (2.3 in) to 139 mm (5.5 in), you can expect pleasant weather during your visit in these months.Be prepared for heavier rainfall during July and August, the wettest period of the year. Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
