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Taean Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Taean.
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Climate overview of Taean
Taean, South Korea, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 29°C (84°F) in August, while winters cool to 4°C (39°F) in January.
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1144 mm (45 in) per year. July is the wettest month and January the driest. The city also experiences a distinct dry season from December to February, with warm summers and cold winters. The sunniest month is May, with 8.0 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Taean Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Taean - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Taean
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Taean. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 4°C (39°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 23°C (73°F) in August to around -1°C (30°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Taean
Taean has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1144 mm (45 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, July it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 246 mm (9.7 in) of precipitation, recorded across 15 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month January brings less snow/rainfall, with 30 mm (1.2 in) over 10 snowy/rainy days. For more details, please visit our Taean Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Taean
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Taean. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.0 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.7 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Sosan, South Korea (15 KM, 9 Miles).
Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Sosan, South Korea (15 KM, 9 Miles).
Daily percentage of sunshine
Data from: Sosan, South Korea (15 KM, 9 Miles).
Water Temperature in Taean
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 5°C (41°F) in March to 25°C (77°F) in August.
Water temperature over the year
Data from: Sosan, South Korea (15 KM, 9 Miles).
Humidity in Taean by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Taean.
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.
Relative humidity over the year
Data from: Sosan, South Korea (15 KM, 9 Miles).
Wind Speed in Taean
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) to 2 m/s (4 knots). It is lower in September and October and higher in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Data from: Sosan, South Korea (15 KM, 9 Miles).
Best Time to Visit Taean
For comfortable weather, consider visiting Taean in May and October. Conditions are usually least favourable in January, February, March and December.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
cold
Feb
cold
Mar
cold
Apr
good
May
excellent
Jun
very good
Jul
mixed
Aug
mixed
Sep
very good
Oct
excellent
Nov
good
Dec
cold
- Best overall: May and October
- Warmest weather: August
- Most sunshine: May
- Best for swimming: July, August and September.
- Wettest months: June, July, August and September, when rainfall is highest.
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct dry season from December to February, with warm summers and cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -1°C (30°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Taean
What is the best time to visit Taean?
May and October typically offer the most optimal weather in Taean. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Taean has a distinct dry season from December to February, with warm summers and cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Taean?
Daytime highs range from 4°C (39°F) in January to 29°C (84°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from -1°C (30°F) to 23°C (73°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Taean get?
Annual rainfall is around 1144 mm (45 in). July is the wettest month with 246 mm (9.7 in), while January is the driest with 30 mm (1.2 in).
How sunny is Taean?
Taean 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, Taean enjoys abundant sunshine.
Taean 3-Day Forecast
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