Gyeongsangbuk-Do Weather in May

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

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Gyeongju Andong Gumi Pohang

Planning a journey to Gyeongsangbuk-Do, South Korea this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Gyeongsangbuk-Do in May

Gyeongsangbuk-Do, South Korea is a region in South Korea. May in Gyeongsangbuk-Do generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 22°C (72°F) in Pohang to 26°C (79°F) in Gumi. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Gumi and 14°C (57°F) in Pohang.

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

Precipitation

May is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 89 mm (3.5 in) in Gyeongju.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Gyeongju typically receives 227 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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 May

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 May for some of the most popular destinations in Gyeongsangbuk-Do, South Korea?

Temperature range in Gyeongsangbuk-Do (May)

Precipitation variation in Gyeongsangbuk-Do (May)

Gyeongju

In May Gyeongju generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
196 hours
227 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
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Andong

In May Andong generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
226 hours
192 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
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Gumi

In May Gumi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
26°C (79°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
221 hours
230 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
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Pohang

In May Pohang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
196 hours
227 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gyeongju 25°C (77°F) 13°C (55°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Andong 25°C (77°F) 12°C (54°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Gumi 26°C (79°F) 13°C (55°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Pohang 22°C (72°F) 14°C (57°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)

Gyeongsangbuk-Do weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Gyeongsangbuk-Do, South Korea brings perfect weather. In Gyeongju, daytime temperatures are typically around 25°C (77°F) and nighttime lows hover near 13°C (55°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Gyeongju peak at roughly 25°C (77°F) in May, dropping to about 13°C (55°F) overnight.

Does Gyeongsangbuk-Do, South Korea get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Gyeongsangbuk-Do, South Korea during May, with Gyeongju averaging close to 89 mm (3.5 in).

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

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Gyeongsangbuk-Do, South Korea. Typically, the climate in Gyeongju is perfect.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May and October offering mostly perfect weather in Gyeongju. In contrast, January, February, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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