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Gangwon-Do Weather in September

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

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Sokcho Pyeongchang Chuncheon Gangneung

Are you planning a trip a to Gangwon-Do, South Korea in September and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Gangwon-Do in September

Gangwon-Do, South Korea is a region in South Korea. September in Gangwon-Do generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Gangneung to 26°C (79°F) in Wonju. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Wonju and 17°C (63°F) in Gangneung.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Gangwon-Do, South Korea, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Chuncheon with an average of 134 mm (5.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Gangneung with 203 mm (8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Pyeongchang gets approximately 147 hours of sunlight in September, 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.

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Best Places to Visit in Gangwon-Do in September

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

Temperature range in Gangwon-Do (September)

Precipitation variation in Gangwon-Do (September)

Pyeongchang

In September Pyeongchang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
24°C (75°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
14°C (57°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
147 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
223 mm (8.8 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Pyeongchang →

Sokcho

In September Sokcho generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
205 mm (8.1 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Sokcho →

Chuncheon

In September Chuncheon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
176 hours
189 hours
Monthly rainfall
270 mm (11 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Chuncheon →

Gangneung

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

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
147 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
220 mm (8.7 in)
203 mm (8 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Gangneung →

Donghae

In September Donghae generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
147 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
204 mm (8 in)
194 mm (7.6 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Donghae →

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

Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sokcho 24°C (75°F) 17°C (63°F) 162 mm (6.4 in)
Pyeongchang 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)
Chuncheon 26°C (79°F) 15°C (59°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Gangneung 23°C (73°F) 17°C (63°F) 203 mm (8 in)
Donghae 24°C (75°F) 18°C (64°F) 194 mm (7.6 in)
Wonju 26°C (79°F) 15°C (59°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)

Gangwon-Do weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

Expect pleasant weather across Gangwon-Do, South Korea in September. The popular destination of Pyeongchang averages 24°C (75°F) by day and 14°C (57°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Gangwon-Do, South Korea during September range from a nighttime low near 14°C (57°F) to a daytime high around 24°C (75°F) in Pyeongchang .

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

Yes, September tends to be a wetter month in Gangwon-Do, South Korea. Average rainfall in Pyeongchang sits around 147 mm (5.8 in).

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

We believe that September is one of the best times to visit Gangwon-Do, South Korea with overall pleasant weather in Pyeongchang . However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May, June, September and October provide pleasant weather in Pyeongchang . On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, July and December tend to be poor.

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