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Gangwon-Do Weather in May

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

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Sokcho Pyeongchang Chuncheon Gangneung

Thinking about venturing to Gangwon-Do, South Korea this May 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 May

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

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Sokcho at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Wonju at 24°C (75°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Wonju and 12°C (54°F) in Sokcho.

To explore the conditions in Gangwon-Do, South Korea in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Donghae with an average of 77 mm (3 in) to high rainfall in Chuncheon with 103 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Pyeongchang typically receives 235 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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)

January3°C (37°F) February5°C (41°F) March10°C (50°F) April15°C (59°F) May20°C (68°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August27°C (81°F) September24°C (75°F) October19°C (66°F) November12°C (54°F) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Gangwon-Do in May

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

Temperature range in Gangwon-Do (May)

Precipitation variation in Gangwon-Do (May)

Pyeongchang

In May Pyeongchang generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
235 hours
179 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
very good
Climate in Pyeongchang →

Sokcho

In May Sokcho generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
12 days
Weather conditions
good
excellent
very good
Climate in Sokcho →

Chuncheon

In May Chuncheon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
225 hours
197 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
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Gangneung

In May Gangneung generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
235 hours
179 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions
good
excellent
very good
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Donghae

In May Donghae 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 excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
235 hours
179 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
77 mm (3 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions
good
excellent
very good
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sokcho 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Pyeongchang 22°C (72°F) 10°C (50°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Chuncheon 23°C (73°F) 11°C (52°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Gangneung 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Donghae 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Wonju 24°C (75°F) 11°C (52°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)

Gangwon-Do weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Gangwon-Do, South Korea brings very good weather. In Pyeongchang , daytime temperatures are typically around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows hover near 10°C (50°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Pyeongchang peak at roughly 22°C (72°F) in May, dropping to about 10°C (50°F) overnight.

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

Gangwon-Do, South Korea sees substantial rainfall in May. Pyeongchang typically averages about 100 mm (3.9 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

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

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, September and October offering mostly very good weather in Pyeongchang . On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, July and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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