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Yangyang Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Yangyang.
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Climate overview of Yangyang
Yangyang, South Korea, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 27°C (81°F) in August, while winters cool to 3°C (37°F) in January.
With around 1200 mm (47 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Yangyang has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed, the city has warm summers and cold winters. The wettest month is July.
Yangyang Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Yangyang - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Yangyang
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Yangyang. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 27°C (81°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 3°C (37°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 21°C (70°F) in August to -7°C (19°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Yangyang
Yangyang has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1200 mm (47 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Yangyang can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 212 mm (8.3 in) of precipitation over 15 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (December), you will experience much drier conditions, with 40 mm (1.6 in) of precipitation spread across 6 snowy/rainy days. For more details, please visit our Yangyang Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Best Time to Visit Yangyang
For comfortable weather, consider visiting Yangyang in May. 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
very good
Nov
mixed
Dec
cold
- Best overall: May
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Fewer rainy days: January, February, October, November and December
- Wettest months: June, July, August and September, when rainfall is highest.
- Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -7°C (19°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Yangyang
What is the best time to visit Yangyang?
May typically offers the most optimal weather in Yangyang. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Yangyang has warm summers and cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Yangyang?
Daytime highs range from 3°C (37°F) in January to 27°C (81°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from -7°C (19°F) to 21°C (70°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Yangyang get?
Annual rainfall is around 1200 mm (47 in). July is the wettest month with 212 mm (8.3 in), while December is the driest with 40 mm (1.6 in).
Yangyang 3-Day Forecast
Yangyang on the map
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