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Gangwon-Do Weather in June

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

Thinking about venturing to Gangwon-Do, South Korea this June and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Gangwon-Do in June

Gangwon-Do, South Korea is a region in South Korea. June in Gangwon-Do generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation. June is a summer month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Gangneung to 27°C (81°F) in Wonju. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Wonju and 17°C (63°F) in Gangneung.

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

Precipitation

In June, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Sokcho with an average of 105 mm (4.1 in) to high rainfall in Wonju with 140 mm (5.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Pyeongchang receives about 179 hours of sunlight in June, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Gangwon-Do by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Gangwon-Do in June

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

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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 June for some of the most popular destinations in Gangwon-Do, South Korea?

Temperature range in Gangwon-Do (June)

Precipitation variation in Gangwon-Do (June)

Pyeongchang

In June Pyeongchang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
179 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
279 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Sokcho

In June Sokcho generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
12 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Chuncheon

In June Chuncheon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
197 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
321 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
11 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Gangneung

In June Gangneung generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
179 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
207 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
11 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Donghae

In June Donghae generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
179 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
190 mm (7.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
11 days
14 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in June

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sokcho 23°C (73°F) 17°C (63°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Pyeongchang 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 136 mm (5.4 in)
Chuncheon 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Gangneung 23°C (73°F) 17°C (63°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Donghae 23°C (73°F) 17°C (63°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Wonju 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)

Gangwon-Do weather in June: frequently asked questions

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

June in Gangwon-Do, South Korea brings pleasant weather. In Pyeongchang , daytime temperatures are typically around 25°C (77°F) and nighttime lows hover near 15°C (59°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Pyeongchang peak at roughly 25°C (77°F) in June, dropping to about 15°C (59°F) overnight.

Does Gangwon-Do, South Korea get a lot of rain in June?

Pyeongchang typically receives notable rainfall in June, about 136 mm (5.4 in) on average across Gangwon-Do, South Korea.

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

We consider June to be one of the best times to travel to Gangwon-Do, South Korea. Typically, the climate in Pyeongchang is pleasant.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, September and October offering mostly 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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We have much more information about the climate in Gangwon-Do.

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