Gwangyang weather in August (South Korea)

What can you expect from the weather in Gwangyang during August? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In August, Gwangyang generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. August falls within the summer season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 30°C. But by evening, they drop to around 24°C. Often, it stands out as the year's warmest month. With this in mind, cool breathable fabrics will make navigating the heat much more bearable. Always be ready to embrace the warmth while staying cool and protected.

Gwangyang in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 275 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 11 days of rain are anticipated.

With around 196 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

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

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

 

Gwangyang, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 37%  

Precipitation 275 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 82% *  

Sunshine 196 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 47% *  

* Data from: Chungmu, South Korea (67 KM, 42 Miles).

Where to go in South Korea in August

Find out more about the weather in South Korea in August 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 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 in August.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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