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Gwangju Weather in April
April in Gwangju sees daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F) at night. With around 93 mm (3.7 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.
Rainfall in Gwangju in April
Typically around 10 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 93 mm (3.7 in) for the month. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.
Temperature in Gwangju in April
April is a excellent month in Gwangju, with 20°C (68°F) during the day and 6°C (43°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With lows around 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.
Sunshine in Gwangju in April
The month enjoys around 215 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, April is one of the best months to visit Gwangju.
Gwangju Temperature in April
Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
32%
Precipitation
93 mm (3.7 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
62% *
Sunshine
215 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
54% *
* Data from: Kwangju, South Korea (7 KM, 4 Miles).
Gwangju Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Gwangju - and find the best time to visit.
Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Gwangju typically rise from around 17°C (63°F) at the start of April to approximately 22°C (72°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 5°C (41°F) to 11°C (52°F).
Average temperatures in April
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 April
Historical weather records for Gwangju in April
Browse day-by-day weather records for Gwangju spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Gwangju historical weather extremes in April
Our historical data for Gwangju spans 1976 to 2026, revealing these weather extremes.
- The warmest day in April was on April 20, 2018, with a maximum of 30°C (86°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in April was -4°C (25°F) (April 3, 1995).
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perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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 Gwangju in April
Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in April. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Gwangju in April
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling9/10 -
Walking9/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
Gwangju 3-Day Forecast
More climate data for Gwangju
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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