Weather in May in North Korea
Planning a trip to North Korea this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in North Korea in May?
May in North Korea generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Hyesan at 18°C to warm in Pyong Yang at 25°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C in Pyong Yang and 4°C in Hyesan.To explore the conditions in North Korea in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Haeju with an average of 92 mm to high rainfall in Wonsan with 104 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Haeju enjoys close to 236 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.For a more detailed look at North Korea's conditions throughout the year, check out our North Korea climate page.
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit North Korea, check out our North Korea's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in May for the 4 most popular destinations in North Korea?
Haeju
In May Haeju generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Hyesan
In May Hyesan generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Pyong Yang
In May Pyong Yang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Wonsan
In May Wonsan generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in North Korea.
Is May the best time to visit North Korea?
We believe that May is one of the best times to visit North Korea with overall perfect weather in Haeju. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average, the best time to visit North Korea is in May and October with generally perfect weather in Haeju. The weather in January, February, July and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
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