Temperature in Gangwon-Do in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Gangwon-Do, South Korea this January.

Gangwon-Do, South Korea, a region in South Korea, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from 1°C (34°F) in Pyeongchang to 5°C (41°F) in Donghae. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -3°C (27°F) in Donghae and -10°C (14°F) in Pyeongchang . January falls during the winter season. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Gangwon-Do, South Korea in January?

Discover the typical January temperatures for the most popular locations of Gangwon-Do on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Gangwon-Do temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Gangwon-Do, South Korea in January?

Daytime temperatures in Pyeongchang typically peak at 1°C (34°F) in January, putting it in the very low range.

How cold does it get at night in Gangwon-Do, South Korea in January?

After dark, Pyeongchang cools to about -10°C (14°F) on an average January night.

What is the warmest city in January in Gangwon-Do, South Korea?

Donghae tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around -3°C (27°F).

What is the coldest city in January in Gangwon-Do, South Korea?

Our database indicates that in January, Pyeongchang is the city with the coolest temperatures in Gangwon-Do, South Korea. You can expect daytime highs of 1°C (34°F) and nighttime lows close to -10°C (14°F).

How much sun does Gangwon-Do, South Korea get in January?

Across Gangwon-Do, South Korea, sunshine in January ranges from moderately sunny in Wonju (166 hours) to sunny in Pyeongchang (200 hours).

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