Weather in August in Gyeongsangbuk-Do
Planning a getaway to Gyeongsangbuk-Do this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Gyeongsangbuk-Do in August?
Gyeongsangbuk-Do is a region in South Korea. August in Gyeongsangbuk-Do generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation. During August, summer is in full swing.
Temperatures
You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C and nighttime temperatures around 23°C in Gyeongju. In Gyeongsangbuk-Do, August typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.
Precipitation
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Andong with an average of 189 mm to heavy rainfall in Gyeongju with 212 mm. Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Gyeongju.Average sunshine
Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 179 hours of sunlight expected in Gyeongju. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.For specific regional insights in Gyeongsangbuk-Do for August, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Gyeongsangbuk-Do climate page.
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What is the weather like in August for the 4 most popular destinations in Gyeongsangbuk-Do?
Gyeongju
In August Gyeongju generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Andong
In August Andong generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Gumi
In August Gumi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Pohang
In August Pohang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Gyeongsangbuk-Do, in South Korea.
Is August the best time to visit Gyeongsangbuk-Do?
In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit Gyeongsangbuk-Do due to the typically poor weather in Gyeongju.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May and October offering mostly perfect weather in Gyeongju. The weather in January, February, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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