Gyeongsangbuk-Do Weather in December

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

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Gyeongju Andong Gumi Pohang

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

What to Expect in Gyeongsangbuk-Do in December

Gyeongsangbuk-Do, South Korea is a region in South Korea. December in Gyeongsangbuk-Do generally has cold temperatures, with low precipitation. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C (45°F) in Andong to 9°C (48°F) in Pohang. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Pohang and -3°C (27°F) in Andong.

For specific regional insights in Gyeongsangbuk-Do, South Korea, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Andong with an average of 22 mm (0.9 in) to low snow/rainfall in Pohang with 28 mm (1.1 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Gyeongju typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

December brings good sunshine to many areas. Gyeongju sees around 190 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Gyeongsangbuk-Do by month

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

January7°C (45°F) February9°C (48°F) March14°C (57°F) April20°C (68°F) May25°C (77°F) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August31°C (88°F) September27°C (81°F) October22°C (72°F) November16°C (61°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Gyeongsangbuk-Do in December

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

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Gyeongsangbuk-Do, South Korea?

Temperature range in Gyeongsangbuk-Do (December)

Precipitation variation in Gyeongsangbuk-Do (December)

Gyeongju

In December Gyeongju generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
190 hours
189 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
25 mm (1 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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Andong

In December Andong generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
178 hours
187 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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Gumi

In December Gumi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
191 hours
195 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Pohang

In December Pohang generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
190 hours
189 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Gyeongsangbuk-Do in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gyeongju 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Andong 7°C (45°F) -3°C (27°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Gumi 8°C (46°F) -3°C (27°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Pohang 9°C (48°F) 1°C (34°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)

Gyeongsangbuk-Do weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Gyeongsangbuk-Do, South Korea in December?

Gyeongsangbuk-Do, South Korea typically experiences unpleasant weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Gyeongju average around 9°C (48°F), and temperatures drop to about -1°C (30°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Gyeongsangbuk-Do, South Korea in December?

Daytime temperatures in Gyeongju peak at roughly 9°C (48°F) in December, dropping to about -1°C (30°F) overnight.

Does Gyeongsangbuk-Do, South Korea get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Not particularly. Gyeongju averages just 25 mm (1 in) of snow/rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Gyeongsangbuk-Do, South Korea.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Gyeongsangbuk-Do, South Korea?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Gyeongsangbuk-Do, South Korea with often unpleasant weather in Gyeongju.

Generally speaking, April, May and October provide perfect weather in Gyeongju. The weather in January, February, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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