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Gangwon-Do Weather in November

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

Planning a trip to Gangwon-Do, South Korea this November? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Gangwon-Do in November

Gangwon-Do, South Korea is a region in South Korea. November in Gangwon-Do generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Pyeongchang at 11°C (52°F) and mild in Donghae at 13°C (55°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Donghae and 0°C (32°F) in Pyeongchang .

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

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Pyeongchang with an average of 48 mm (1.9 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Gangneung with 75 mm (3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Pyeongchang gets approximately 176 hours of sunlight in November, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant 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)

Best Places to Visit in Gangwon-Do in November

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

Temperature range in Gangwon-Do (November)

Precipitation variation in Gangwon-Do (November)

Pyeongchang

In November Pyeongchang generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
11°C (52°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
0°C (32°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
176 hours
191 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Sokcho

In November Sokcho generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Chuncheon

In November Chuncheon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
12°C (54°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
1°C (34°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
151 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Gangneung

In November Gangneung generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
13°C (55°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
176 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
75 mm (3 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Donghae

In November Donghae generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
176 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
6 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 November

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sokcho 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Pyeongchang 11°C (52°F) 0°C (32°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Chuncheon 12°C (54°F) 1°C (34°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Gangneung 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Donghae 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Wonju 12°C (54°F) 1°C (34°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)

Gangwon-Do weather in November: frequently asked questions

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

Gangwon-Do, South Korea typically experiences unpleasant weather in November, part of the season. Daytime highs in Pyeongchang average around 11°C (52°F), and temperatures drop to about 0°C (32°F) at night.

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

Pyeongchang averages a daytime maximum of 11°C (52°F) in November, with overnight lows close to 0°C (32°F).

Does Gangwon-Do, South Korea get a lot of snow/rain in November?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Gangwon-Do, South Korea during November, with Pyeongchang averaging close to 48 mm (1.9 in).

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

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Pyeongchang , November may not be the ideal time to visit Gangwon-Do, South Korea.

On average, the best time to visit Gangwon-Do, South Korea is in May, June, September and October with generally pleasant weather in Pyeongchang . The weather in January, February, March, July and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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