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Weather in January in Jeollabuk-Do

Considering a trip to Jeollabuk-Do this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What is the weather like in Jeollabuk-Do in January?

Jeollabuk-Do is a region in South Korea. January in Jeollabuk-Do generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 5°C and nighttime temperatures around -5°C in Jeonju. To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Jeollabuk-Do in January, check out the map below. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

For specific regional insights in Jeollabuk-Do, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Gunsan with an average of 31 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Buan with 41 mm. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Jeonju typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 165 hours of sunlight anticipated in Jeonju. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.

For a more detailed look at Jeollabuk-Do's conditions throughout the year, check out our Jeollabuk-Do climate page.

Where to go in Jeollabuk-Do in January

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the Jeollabuk-Do on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more details.

Weather conditions Weather
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit South Korea, check out our Jeollabuk-Do's climate page.

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in January for the 4 most popular destinations in Jeollabuk-Do?

Jeonju

In January Jeonju generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Jeonju
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
19°C 
8°C 
2,150 hours 
1249 mm 
119 days 
pleasant 
January January
5°C 
-5°C 
165 hours 
33 mm 
10 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
8°C 
-3°C 
175 hours 
42 mm 
9 days 
poor 
Climate in Jeonju

Gunsan

In January Gunsan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Gunsan
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
18°C 
11°C 
2,478 hours 
1222 mm 
113 days 
pleasant 
January January
5°C 
-2°C 
166 hours 
31 mm 
10 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
7°C 
-1°C 
180 hours 
39 mm 
9 days 
poor 
Climate in Gunsan

Buan

In January Buan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Buan
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
17°C 
12°C 
2,478 hours 
1281 mm 
116 days 
tolerable 
January January
6°C 
0°C 
166 hours 
41 mm 
11 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
6°C 
1°C 
180 hours 
46 mm 
9 days 
poor 
Climate in Buan

Namwon

In January Namwon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Namwon
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
19°C 
8°C 
2,150 hours 
1337 mm 
118 days 
pleasant 
January January
5°C 
-5°C 
158 hours 
36 mm 
9 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
8°C 
-4°C 
165 hours 
47 mm 
9 days 
poor 
Climate in Namwon

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Jeollabuk-Do, in South Korea.

Is January the best time to visit Jeollabuk-Do?

In our view, January 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. In contrast, January, February, July, August and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Jeollabuk-Do.

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