Gangwon-Do weather in February
Considering a trip to Gangwon-Do this February and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Gangwon-Do in February?
Gangwon-Do is a region in South Korea. February in Gangwon-Do generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. February falls during the winter season.
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 4°C in Pyeongchang to 6°C in Donghae. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -2°C in Donghae and -7°C in Pyeongchang . In many areas in South Korea, February brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.
In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Chuncheon with an average of 34 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Gangneung with 58 mm. The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 194 hours of sunshine in Pyeongchang . The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Gangwon-Do in February, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Gangwon-Do climate page.
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What is the weather like in February for the 5 most popular destinations in Gangwon-Do?
Pyeongchang
In February Pyeongchang generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Sokcho
In February Sokcho generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Chuncheon
In February Chuncheon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Gangneung
In February Gangneung generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Donghae
In February Donghae generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Gangwon-Do, in South Korea.
Is February the best time to visit Gangwon-Do?
In our view, February might not be the best time to travel to Gangwon-Do with often poor weather in Pyeongchang .
Generally speaking, May, June, September and October provide pleasant weather in Pyeongchang . In contrast, January, February, March, July and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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