Mud festival in South Korea
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June in Gwangju brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 28°C (82°F) and nights around 17°C (63°F). It's part of the rainy season, with 180 mm (7.1 in) of rainfall on average, so an umbrella or poncho is a good idea.
For Gwangju itself, April and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Gwangju typically stay consistent throughout June, with daily highs averaging around 28°C (82°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows typically ranging from 16°C (61°F) to 21°C (70°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
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.
Based on 50 years of weather observations in Gwangju between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
Find out more about the weather in South Korea and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of South Korea in June →
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).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in June. 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. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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