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Paju Weather in December

Thinking of visiting Paju in December? Expect low temperatures reaching 5°C (41°F) during the day, dropping to -5°C (23°F) at night, with some snow/rainfall likely.

Rainfall in Paju in December

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 7 days of snow/rain, with 25 mm (1 in) average for the month. The occasional light shower is possible, but rain is rarely an issue this month.

Temperature in Paju in December

December in Paju sees highs of 5°C (41°F) and lows of -5°C (23°F) overnight. Winter occurs in December. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With lows of -5°C (23°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated.

Sunshine in Paju in December

With about 163 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and overcast, creating a pleasant environment.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October typically offers 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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Paju Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -5°C (23°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 22%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 25 mm (1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 58% *  
SunshineSunshine 163 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 49% *  
* Data from: Seoul, South Korea (34 KM, 21 Miles).

Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Paju typically drop from around 6°C (43°F) at the start of December to approximately 2°C (36°F) by the end. Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -8°C (18°F) to -3°C (27°F).

Average temperatures in December

Daily Historical Precipitation

50-year average (1976-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in December

Historical weather for Paju in December

Browse day-by-day weather records for Paju spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Paju historical weather extremes in December

Based on 49 years of weather observations in Paju between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.

  • Paju recorded its highest December temperature of 16°C (61°F) on December 3, 2004.
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in December was -18°C (0°F) (December 26, 2021).

Best Places 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. See all of South Korea in December →

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Paju in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Paju in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Paju in December

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

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