Gwangju Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Visitors to Gwangju can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C (88°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 6°C (43°F) during cooler months like January.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 22°C (72°F) in August to around -4°C (25°F) during January.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Gwangju is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1298 mm (51 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, July it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 256 mm (10 in) of precipitation, recorded across 15 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month January brings less snow/rainfall, with 34 mm (1.3 in) over 11 snowy/rainy days. For more details, please visit our Gwangju Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

While the amount of sunshine in Gwangju varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 7.6 hours of daily sun in May, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in July, with about 4.9 hours of daily sunlight.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Gwangju.

The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 80%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year