Jeollabuk-Do is one of several regions in South Korea, with temperatures that range from 5°C (41°F) in January to 31°C (88°F) during the peak of August. We've based our full climate overview on data from Jeonju, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
The weather in Jeollabuk-Do during April, May and October is comfortably warm, with average temperatures ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 25°C (77°F).
July and August are generally the hottest months of the year. The colder period typically falls in the months of January, February and December.
Precipitation in Jeollabuk-Do varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in July with 259 mm (10 in) of rain, while January stays relatively dry with 33 mm (1.3 in). The region experiences its rainy season during July and August, when monthly rainfall can range from 227 mm (8.9 in) to 259 mm (10 in).
Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for May, when daylight hours are at their peak.
