North Korea Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in North Korea in August.

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Pyong Yang Wonsan Hyesan Haeju

Planning a getaway to North Korea this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in North Korea in August

August in North Korea generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Hyesan at 25°C (77°F) to very warm in Pyong Yang at 30°C (86°F). At night it cools down to 22°C (72°F) in Pyong Yang and 14°C (57°F) in Hyesan. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in North Korea. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of North Korea, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Hyesan with an average of 152 mm (6 in) to heavy rainfall in Wonsan with 259 mm (10 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Haeju gets around 188 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

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Best Places to Visit in North Korea in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in North Korea

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in North Korea?

Temperature range in North Korea (August)

Precipitation variation in North Korea (August)

Haeju

In August Haeju generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
188 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
271 mm (11 in)
237 mm (9.3 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Haeju →

Hyesan

In August Hyesan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
182 mm (7.2 in)
152 mm (6 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Hyesan →

Pyong Yang

In August Pyong Yang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
213 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
277 mm (11 in)
228 mm (9 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
perfect
Climate in Pyong Yang →

Wonsan

In August Wonsan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
173 hours
176 hours
198 hours
Monthly rainfall
266 mm (10 in)
259 mm (10 in)
152 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Wonsan →

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In our records: North Korea August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in North Korea in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest August day in North Korea brought 302 mm (12 in) in Wonsan on August 24, 2018.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in North Korea in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pyong Yang 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 228 mm (9 in)
Wonsan 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 259 mm (10 in)
Hyesan 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 152 mm (6 in)
Haeju 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 237 mm (9.3 in)

North Korea weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in North Korea in August?

Expect unpleasant weather across North Korea in August. The popular destination of Haeju averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 22°C (72°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in North Korea in August?

Daytime temperatures in Haeju peak at roughly 29°C (84°F) in August, dropping to about 22°C (72°F) overnight.

Does North Korea get a lot of rain in August?

Rainfall in North Korea peaks during August. Haeju averages roughly 237 mm (9.3 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is August a Good Time to Visit North Korea?

In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit North Korea due to the typically unpleasant weather in Haeju.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May and October offering mostly perfect weather in Haeju. On the other hand, the months of January, February and July tend to have poor weather conditions.

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