Gyeongsangnam-do Weather in May

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

Thinking about venturing to Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Gyeongsangnam-do in May

Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea is a region in South Korea. May in Gyeongsangnam-do generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in Geoje at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Miryang at 26°C (79°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Miryang and 16°C (61°F) in Geoje .

To explore the conditions in Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Miryang with an average of 101 mm (4 in) to high rainfall in Namhae with 140 mm (5.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Geoje gets approximately 212 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Gyeongsangnam-do by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Gyeongsangnam-do in May

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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 Gyeongsangnam-do

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea?

Temperature range in Gyeongsangnam-do (May)

Precipitation variation in Gyeongsangnam-do (May)

Geoje

In May Geoje generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
212 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
195 mm (7.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Namhae

In May Namhae generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
212 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
134 mm (5.3 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
205 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Changwon

In May Changwon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
231 hours
187 hours
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
175 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Tongyeong

In May Tongyeong generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
212 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
194 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Gimhae

In May Gimhae 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.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
227 hours
179 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
176 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Gyeongsangnam-do in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Geoje 20°C (68°F) 16°C (61°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Namhae 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Changwon 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Tongyeong 20°C (68°F) 16°C (61°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Gimhae 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Miryang 26°C (79°F) 13°C (55°F) 101 mm (4 in)

Gyeongsangnam-do weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea in May?

May in Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea brings pleasant weather. In Geoje , daytime temperatures are typically around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows hover near 16°C (61°F).

What is the average temperature in Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea in May?

Daytime temperatures in Geoje peak at roughly 20°C (68°F) in May, dropping to about 16°C (61°F) overnight.

Does Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea get a lot of rain in May?

Geoje typically receives notable rainfall in May, about 133 mm (5.2 in) on average across Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Geoje , May might be a good time to visit Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea.

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

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