Pyeongtaek weather in January (South Korea)

What can you expect from the weather in Pyeongtaek during January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In January, Pyeongtaek typically experiences low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 4°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -5°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Pyeongtaek in January usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 25 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 9 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.

The city usually sees around 173 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Pyeongtaek. May and October typically offer 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 Pyeongtaek climate page with graphs.

 

Pyeongtaek, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -5°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Chance of Rain 28%  

Precipitation 25 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 173 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 54% *  

* Data from: Cheonan, South Korea (27 KM, 16 Miles).

Where to go in South Korea in January

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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 Pyeongtaek in January?

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 in January.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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