North Korea Weather in October

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

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Pyong Yang Wonsan Hyesan Haeju

Are you planning a trip a to North Korea in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in North Korea in October

October in North Korea generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Hyesan at 12°C (54°F) to pleasant in Pyong Yang at 20°C (68°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Pyong Yang and -1°C (30°F) in Hyesan.

To explore the conditions in North Korea in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Haeju with an average of 44 mm (1.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Wonsan with 74 mm (2.9 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Haeju enjoys approximately 215 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore North Korea by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in North Korea — and find the best time to visit. (based on Pyong Yang)

January1°C (34°F) February4°C (39°F) March11°C (52°F) April18°C (64°F) May25°C (77°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September27°C (81°F) October20°C (68°F) November11°C (52°F) December3°C (37°F)
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Best Places to Visit in North Korea in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across North Korea.

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 October for some of the most popular destinations in North Korea?

Temperature range in North Korea (October)

Precipitation variation in North Korea (October)

Haeju

In October Haeju generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
10°C (50°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
215 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Haeju →

Hyesan

In October Hyesan generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
12°C (54°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Hyesan →

Pyong Yang

In October Pyong Yang generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
20°C (68°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
8°C (46°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
243 hours
181 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Pyong Yang →

Wonsan

In October Wonsan generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
18°C (64°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
9°C (48°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
223 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
152 mm (6 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pyong Yang 20°C (68°F) 8°C (46°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Wonsan 18°C (64°F) 9°C (48°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Hyesan 12°C (54°F) -1°C (30°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Haeju 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)

North Korea weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in North Korea in October?

Expect perfect weather across North Korea in October. The popular destination of Haeju averages 20°C (68°F) by day and 10°C (50°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in North Korea in October?

Haeju averages a daytime maximum of 20°C (68°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 10°C (50°F).

Does North Korea get a lot of rain in October?

Not particularly. Haeju averages just 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for North Korea.

Is October a Good Time to Visit North Korea?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit North Korea with overall perfect weather in Haeju. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

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 and July, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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