Yangpyeong Sunshine Hours by Month

When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Yangpyeong, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Yangpyeong changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2155 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in May and a subtle dip in July.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. May sees up to 7.5 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. July, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.0 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 55% of the time during the day in October, the highest percentage of any month. July has the lowest percentage at 33%.

Yangpyeong enjoys an average of 2155 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

In contrast, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.

In Seoul, South Korea, there are approximately 2133 hours of sunshine per year, mostly during spring and autumn.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

July, Yangpyeong’s wettest month, receives 270 mm (11 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 3°C (37°F).

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Yangpyeong Precipitation page.