Gyeongju Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Visitors to Gyeongju can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C (88°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 23°C (73°F) in August to -3°C (27°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Gyeongju is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1164 mm (46 in). Gyeongju can be quite wet during August, receiving approximately 212 mm (8.3 in) of precipitation over 11 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (December), you will experience much drier conditions, with 25 mm (1 in) of precipitation spread across 5 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Gyeongju Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Gyeongju experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 7.6 hours daily sunshine in May, it dips to 5.1 hours in September, 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 Gyeongju.

The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 80%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 53%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year