Daegu Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Daegu can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from very warm
to cold.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to chilly in Daegu. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 7°C during cooler months like January.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -4°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Daegu has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1112 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, July receives heavy rainfall, averaging 213 mm of precipitation, recorded across 14 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, December brings less rainfall, with 23 mm over 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Daegu Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
Sunshine over the year
While the amount of sunshine in Daegu varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 7.7 hours of daily sun in May, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in July, with about 5.1 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Daegu.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 72%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 50%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
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During the months of April and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in July and August.
August has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
July tops the wettest month list with 213 mm of rainfall.
December is the driest month with 23 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 230 hours of sunshine.
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