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Gangwon-Do Weather in December

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

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Sokcho Pyeongchang Chuncheon Gangneung

Planning a getaway to Gangwon-Do, South Korea this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Gangwon-Do in December

Gangwon-Do, South Korea is a region in South Korea. December in Gangwon-Do generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 4°C (39°F) in Pyeongchang to 7°C (45°F) in Donghae. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 0°C (32°F) in Donghae and -7°C (19°F) in Pyeongchang . December is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

For specific regional insights in Gangwon-Do, South Korea, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Chuncheon with an average of 29 mm (1.1 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Gangneung with 45 mm (1.8 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in December. Pyeongchang typically receives 191 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Gangwon-Do by month

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Best Places to Visit in Gangwon-Do in December

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

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

Temperature range in Gangwon-Do (December)

Precipitation variation in Gangwon-Do (December)

Pyeongchang

In December Pyeongchang generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
191 hours
200 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Pyeongchang →

Sokcho

In December Sokcho generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Sokcho →

Chuncheon

In December Chuncheon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
155 hours
166 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Chuncheon →

Gangneung

In December Gangneung generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
191 hours
200 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Gangneung →

Donghae

In December Donghae generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
191 hours
200 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Donghae →

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

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Gangwon-Do in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sokcho 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Pyeongchang 4°C (39°F) -7°C (19°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Chuncheon 4°C (39°F) -6°C (21°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Gangneung 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Donghae 7°C (45°F) 0°C (32°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Wonju 5°C (41°F) -5°C (23°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)

Gangwon-Do weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Gangwon-Do, South Korea in December?

Expect poor weather across Gangwon-Do, South Korea in December. The popular destination of Pyeongchang averages 4°C (39°F) by day and -7°C (19°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Gangwon-Do, South Korea in December?

Daytime temperatures in Pyeongchang peak at roughly 4°C (39°F) in December, dropping to about -7°C (19°F) overnight.

Does Gangwon-Do, South Korea get a lot of snow/rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Gangwon-Do, South Korea. Pyeongchang averages only about 32 mm (1.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Gangwon-Do, South Korea?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Gangwon-Do, South Korea due to the typically poor weather in Pyeongchang .

On average, the best time to visit Gangwon-Do, South Korea is in May, June, September and October with generally pleasant weather in Pyeongchang . On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, July and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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