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Gongju weather in January (South Korea)

What does the weather outlook for Gongju look like in January? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Gongju generally includes low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. January is typically considered a winter month. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 5°C, while the nights will see a decline to about -5°C. The coldest month of the year calls for plenty of warm layers. Be sure to pack your winter gear.

Precipitation

Gongju in January usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 26 mm for the month. With the least rainfall of the year, this month offers optimal conditions for outdoor exploration. Take advantage of the dry weather to plan your activities. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 9 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 165 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Gongju. April, May and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, July and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Gongju climate page with graphs.

 

Gongju, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 26 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 6358% *  
SunshineSunshine 165 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 52% *  
Data from: Daejeon, South Korea (30 KM, 18 Miles).

Where to go in South Korea in January

Find out more about the weather in South Korea and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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