The best times to visit Gokseong for ideal weather are

April 30th to July 1st

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Gokseong Travel Info

Weather in Gokseong

Temperature

Average temperatures in Gokseong vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 28th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Gokseong, the hottest months are August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 88.9°F (31.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 72.5°F (22.5°C) at night.

Gokseong Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Gokseong Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Gokseong Perceived Temperature (F)

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Gokseong Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Gokseong Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 41.3 30.7 20.5
Feb 47.4 36.1 25.4
Mar 55.8 43.6 30.9
Apr 65.6 53.1 39.4
May 76.5 63.6 50.1
Jun 80.9 71 61.9
Jul 84.6 76.8 70.2
Aug 86.3 77.5 70.5
Sep 80.6 69.2 59.9
Oct 71.4 57.4 45.6
Nov 58.5 46.9 36.4
Dec 44.4 34.3 24.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 5.2 -0.7 -6.4
Feb 8.6 2.3 -3.7
Mar 13.2 6.4 -0.6
Apr 18.7 11.7 4.1
May 24.7 17.6 10.1
Jun 27.2 21.7 16.6
Jul 29.2 24.9 21.2
Aug 30.2 25.3 21.4
Sep 27 20.7 15.5
Oct 21.9 14.1 7.6
Nov 14.7 8.3 2.4
Dec 6.9 1.3 -3.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Gokseong are January, October, and then February. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid January. For example, on the week of January 8th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid July with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of July 9th.

When can you find snow in Gokseong? Weather stations report moderate or seasonal snow likely to be deepest around March, especially close to early March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Gokseong is often around around March 5th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Gokseong.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Gokseong (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 8% 0.8 0.8
Feb 14% 0.6 2.5
Mar 19% 3.1 3.4
Apr 25% 0 5.3
May 21% 0 5.7
Jun 24% 0 5.5
Jul 40% 0 19.2
Aug 34% 0 15.9
Sep 22% 0 6.1
Oct 11% 0 3
Nov 19% 0.8 3.2
Dec 15% 1.4 1.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 8 2 2
Feb 14 1.5 6.4
Mar 19 7.9 8.6
Apr 25 0 13.5
May 21 0 14.5
Jun 24 0 14
Jul 40 0 48.8
Aug 34 0 40.4
Sep 22 0 15.5
Oct 11 0 7.6
Nov 19 2 8.1
Dec 15 3.6 3.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Gokseong has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is March (46.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (76.3%).

Wind in Gokseong is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is March, followed by April and January. March’s average wind speed of around 4.3 knots (5 MPH or 8 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early April where average top sustained speeds reach 9 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Gokseong.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 4.2 Light breeze 8.3 Gentle breeze
Feb 3.7 Barely noticeable 7.4 Gentle breeze
Mar 4.3 Light breeze 8.4 Gentle breeze
Apr 4.2 Light breeze 8.6 Gentle breeze
May 3.5 Barely noticeable 7.5 Gentle breeze
Jun 2.9 Barely noticeable 6.3 Light breeze
Jul 2.8 Barely noticeable 5.9 Gentle breeze
Aug 2.6 Barely noticeable 5.9 Light breeze
Sep 2.2 Barely noticeable 5.2 Gentle breeze
Oct 2.5 Barely noticeable 6 Light breeze
Nov 3.2 Barely noticeable 7 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.1 Light breeze 8 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 52.4%
Feb 50.8%
Mar 46.2%
Apr 49.2%
May 54.5%
Jun 67.6%
Jul 76.3%
Aug 76%
Sep 70.9%
Oct 64.1%
Nov 62.8%
Dec 57.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Gokseong?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for South Korea; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 30, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Gokseong, South Korea is January, followed by May and April. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Gokseong in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 73.7 in December means 73.7% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Gokseong Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 79.2°F (26.2°C) and 50.3°F (10.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 7 to 12 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Gokseong, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 82.8°F (28.2°C) and 53°F (11.7°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 7 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Gokseong to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 51.7°F (10.9°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 5 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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