Jeollabuk-Do Weather in May

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

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Jeonju Gunsan Buan Namwon

Planning a getaway to Jeollabuk-Do, South Korea this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Jeollabuk-Do in May

Jeollabuk-Do, South Korea is a region in South Korea. May in Jeollabuk-Do generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Buan at 20°C (68°F) and warm in Jeonju at 25°C (77°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Jeonju and 14°C (57°F) in Buan.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Gunsan with an average of 90 mm (3.5 in) to high rainfall in Namwon with 106 mm (4.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Jeonju gets approximately 225 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Jeollabuk-Do by month

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

January5°C (41°F) February8°C (46°F) March13°C (55°F) April19°C (66°F) May25°C (77°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August31°C (88°F) September27°C (81°F) October22°C (72°F) November15°C (59°F) December8°C (46°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Jeollabuk-Do in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Jeollabuk-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 Jeollabuk-Do

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

Temperature range in Jeollabuk-Do (May)

Precipitation variation in Jeollabuk-Do (May)

Jeonju

In May Jeonju 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
19°C (66°F)
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
12°C (54°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
212 hours
225 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Jeonju →

Gunsan

In May Gunsan 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
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
255 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Gunsan →

Buan

In May Buan generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°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
14°C (57°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
255 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
pleasant
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Namwon

In May Namwon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
228 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
180 mm (7.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jeonju 25°C (77°F) 12°C (54°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Gunsan 22°C (72°F) 14°C (57°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Buan 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Namwon 24°C (75°F) 11°C (52°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)

Jeollabuk-Do weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Jeollabuk-Do, South Korea typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Jeonju average around 25°C (77°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

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

Jeonju averages a daytime maximum of 25°C (77°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 12°C (54°F).

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

May is on the drier side in Jeollabuk-Do, South Korea. Jeonju averages only about 91 mm (3.6 in), with most days staying dry.

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

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Jeollabuk-Do, South Korea with overall perfect weather in Jeonju.

Generally speaking, May and October provide perfect weather in Jeonju. The weather in January, February, July, August and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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