Temperature in Gangwon-Do in May

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

Gangwon-Do, South Korea, a region in South Korea, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 20°C (68°F) in Sokcho to 24°C (75°F) in Wonju. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Wonju and 12°C (54°F) in Sokcho.

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

Discover the typical May 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 May: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Gangwon-Do temperatures in May: frequently asked questions

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

Daytime temperatures in Pyeongchang typically peak at 22°C (72°F) in May, putting it in the pleasant range.

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

Average overnight lows in Gangwon-Do, South Korea during May sit near 10°C (50°F) in Pyeongchang .

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

Wonju tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 11°C (52°F).

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

According to our data, Sokcho holds the title for the coldest city in Gangwon-Do, South Korea in May. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 20°C (68°F) and drops to lows of about 12°C (54°F) during the night.

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

Pyeongchang usually sees around 235 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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