Mud festival in South Korea
In July, the peaceful seaside town of Boryeong turned into a chaos of mud for 9 days. We recommend putting this festival on your bucket list.
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Boryeong.
Temperatures in Boryeong, Chungcheongnam-Do, South Korea, vary greatly throughout the year. August is the hottest month at 30°C (86°F), while January is the coldest at 5°C (41°F).
With around 1223 mm (48 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Boryeong has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed, the city has a distinct dry season from December to February, with warm summers and cold winters. The wettest month is July. The sunniest month is May, with 8.0 hours of sunshine per day on average.
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The climate in Boryeong is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 30°C (86°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 5°C (41°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 24°C (75°F) in August to -3°C (27°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Boryeong has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1223 mm (48 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Boryeong can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 264 mm (10 in) of precipitation over 15 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (January), you will experience much drier conditions, with 30 mm (1.2 in) of precipitation spread across 10 snowy/rainy days. For more details, please visit our Boryeong Precipitation page.
Boryeong can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 8.0 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 4.7 hours of sunlight per day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Boryeong.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 85%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 71%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
May and October typically offer the most optimal weather in Boryeong. In contrast, February, July, August and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Boryeong has a distinct dry season from December to February, with warm summers and cold winters.
Daytime highs range from 5°C (41°F) in January to 30°C (86°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from -3°C (27°F) to 24°C (75°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 1223 mm (48 in). July is the wettest month with 264 mm (10 in), while January is the driest with 30 mm (1.2 in).
Boryeong receives around 2,229 hours of sunshine per year. May is the sunniest month with 241 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 142 hours. Overall, Boryeong enjoys abundant sunshine.
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Mud festival in South Korea
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