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Gwangju weather in July (South Korea)

Curious about the climate in Gwangju this July? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In July, Gwangju usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During July, the summer season is in full swing. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 31°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 22°C. Average temperatures can be deceiving; some days will be hotter. Wear breathable fabrics and drink plenty of water to stay cool.

Precipitation

Gwangju in July falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 256 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 15 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 147 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, July may not be the ideal month to visit Gwangju. April and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, July, August and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Gwangju, monthly averages in July

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 256 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
SunshineSunshine 147 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 33% *  
* Data from: Kwangju, South Korea (7 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in South Korea in July

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

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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?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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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