Gwangju weather in May (South Korea)

What can you expect from the weather in Gwangju during May? This guide provides all the details you need.

In May, Gwangju typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 25°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 12°C.

Gwangju in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 102 mm for the month. Typically around 9 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 228 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm April and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, July, August and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Gwangju, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 25°C  

Chance of Rain 29%  

Precipitation 102 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Sunshine 228 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 52% *  

* Data from: Kwangju, South Korea (7 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in South Korea in May

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Gwangju in May?

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 in May.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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