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Donghae Weather in August

August in Donghae brings high temperatures, with highs of 27°C (81°F) and nights dropping to 22°C (72°F). It's the rainiest month of the year, so come prepared with waterproof gear.

Rainfall in Donghae in August

Donghae is in the rainy season in August, with rain on around 14 days and an average of 204 mm (8 in). Rain during the rainy season is significant rather than just light drizzle. Expect proper showers on most rainy days.

Temperature in Donghae in August

August in Donghae brings high temperatures, with highs of 27°C (81°F) and nights around 22°C (72°F). August is part of the summer season. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights remain mild at 22°C (72°F), making evenings a pleasant time to be outdoors. On average, it is the warmest month of the year.

Sunshine in Donghae in August

The city usually sees around 137 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period (despite it being part of rainy season).

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Donghae Temperature in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C (81°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 204 mm (8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 87% *  
SunshineSunshine 137 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 31% *  
* Data from: Pyeongchang , South Korea (65 KM, 40 Miles).

Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Donghae typically drop from around 30°C (86°F) at the start of August to approximately 26°C (79°F) by the end. Nights are warm, with lows typically ranging from 18°C (64°F) to 22°C (72°F).

Average temperatures in August

Daily Historical Precipitation

50-year average (1976-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in August

Historical weather for Donghae in August

Browse day-by-day weather records for Donghae spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Donghae historical weather extremes in August

Based on 49 years of weather observations in Donghae between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.

  • On August 4, 2018, temperatures climbed to 39°C (102°F), marking the warmest August day on record.
  • The lowest daytime temperature in August was 18°C (64°F), recorded on August 23, 2004.
  • The coldest night in August in Donghae was on August 23, 1999, with a minimum of 10°C (50°F).

Best Places in South Korea in August

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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).

What to Wear in Donghae in August

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Donghae in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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