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Chungcheongbuk-Do Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Chungcheongbuk-Do, South Korea in May.

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Planning a trip to Chungcheongbuk-Do, South Korea this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Chungcheongbuk-Do in May

Chungcheongbuk-Do, South Korea is a region in South Korea. May in Chungcheongbuk-Do generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Incheon at 21°C (70°F) to warm in Cheongju at 26°C (79°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Cheongju and 13°C (55°F) in Incheon.

For a closer look at conditions across Chungcheongbuk-Do, South Korea, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Daejeon with an average of 88 mm (3.5 in) to high rainfall in Kwangju with 101 mm (4 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Seoul sees close to 225 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Chungcheongbuk-Do by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Chungcheongbuk-Do — and find the best time to visit. (based on Seoul)

January3°C (37°F) February6°C (43°F) March12°C (54°F) April19°C (66°F) May24°C (75°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August31°C (88°F) September27°C (81°F) October21°C (70°F) November13°C (55°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Chungcheongbuk-Do in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Chungcheongbuk-Do.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Chungcheongbuk-Do

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Chungcheongbuk-Do, South Korea?

Temperature range in Chungcheongbuk-Do (May)

Precipitation variation in Chungcheongbuk-Do (May)

Seoul

In May Seoul generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
12°C (54°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
225 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Seoul →

Incheon

In May Incheon generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
222 hours
242 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Incheon →

Daejeon

In May Daejeon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
212 hours
225 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
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Ulsan

In May Ulsan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
217 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
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Cheongju

In May Cheongju generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
26°C (79°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
12°C (54°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
221 hours
224 hours
197 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Cheongju →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Chungcheongbuk-Do, in South Korea.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Chungcheongbuk-Do in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Seoul 24°C (75°F) 12°C (54°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Incheon 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Daejeon 25°C (77°F) 13°C (55°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Ulsan 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Cheongju 26°C (79°F) 12°C (54°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Chungju 24°C (75°F) 11°C (52°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)

Chungcheongbuk-Do weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Chungcheongbuk-Do, South Korea in May?

Chungcheongbuk-Do, South Korea typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Seoul average around 24°C (75°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Chungcheongbuk-Do, South Korea in May?

Daytime temperatures in Seoul peak at roughly 24°C (75°F) in May, dropping to about 12°C (54°F) overnight.

Does Chungcheongbuk-Do, South Korea get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Seoul averages just 99 mm (3.9 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Chungcheongbuk-Do, South Korea.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Chungcheongbuk-Do, South Korea?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Chungcheongbuk-Do, South Korea with overall perfect weather in Seoul.

On average, the best time to visit Chungcheongbuk-Do, South Korea is in May and October with generally perfect weather in Seoul. On the other hand, the months of January, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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