Hongcheon weather in December (Gangwon-Do, South Korea)

Is Hongcheon a good destination in December, weather-wise? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In December, Hongcheon usually has low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. During December, you’ll experience the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 5°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -6°C. The month brings very cold weather, so dressing warmly is essential. Prepare with multiple layers for added warmth.

Precipitation

Hongcheon in December usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 30 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 8 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 155 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Hongcheon. October typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, July 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 Hongcheon climate page with graphs.

 

Hongcheon, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -6°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 25%  

Precipitation 30 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 70% *  

Sunshine 155 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 51% *  

* Data from: Wonju, South Korea (40 KM, 25 Miles).

Where to go in South Korea in December

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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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?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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