Gwangyang Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Gwangyang 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 7°C (45°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 24°C (75°F) in August to -2°C (28°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Gwangyang has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1562 mm (61 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Gwangyang can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 303 mm (12 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (December), you will experience much drier conditions, with 30 mm (1.2 in) of precipitation spread across 5 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Gwangyang Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Gwangyang experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 7.1 hours daily sunshine in May, it dips to 5.0 hours in July, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.

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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 Gwangyang.

The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 85%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 59%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year