Suwon weather in May (Gyeonggi-do, South Korea)

Is Suwon a good destination in May, weather-wise? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

During May, Suwon is known for its perfect weather, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 24°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 12°C.

Precipitation

Suwon in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 92 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 8 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 225 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. May and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Suwon climate page with graphs.

 

Suwon, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 24°C  

Chance of Rain 27%  

Precipitation 92 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 58% *  

Sunshine 225 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 52% *  

* Data from: Seoul, South Korea (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Where to go in South Korea in May

Find out more about the weather in South Korea and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Suwon, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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