Weather in August in Jeollabuk-Do
Thinking about venturing to Jeollabuk-Do this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Jeollabuk-Do in August?
Jeollabuk-Do is a region in South Korea. August in Jeollabuk-Do generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation. During August, summer is in full swing.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Buan at 29°C to very warm in Jeonju at 31°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C in Jeonju and 24°C in Buan. In Jeollabuk-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 Buan with an average of 227 mm to heavy rainfall in Namwon with 235 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 155 hours of sunlight anticipated in Jeonju. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Jeollabuk-Do in August, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Jeollabuk-Do climate page.
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What is the weather like in August for the 4 most popular destinations in Jeollabuk-Do?
Jeonju
In August Jeonju 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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Gunsan
In August Gunsan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Buan
In August Buan 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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Namwon
In August Namwon generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Jeollabuk-Do, in South Korea.
Is August the best time to visit Jeollabuk-Do?
In our view, August might not be the best time to travel to Jeollabuk-Do with often poor weather in Jeonju.
Generally speaking, May and October provide perfect weather in Jeonju. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, July, August and December tend to be poor.
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