The best times to visit Mungyeong 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 Mungyeong Travel Info

Weather in Mungyeong

Temperature

Average temperatures in Mungyeong 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 35th 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 Mungyeong, 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 89.5°F (31.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 72.3°F (22.4°C) at night.

Mungyeong Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Mungyeong 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.

Mungyeong Perceived Temperature (F)

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Mungyeong Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Mungyeong 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 38.1 29.3 20.3
Feb 44.4 34.3 24.2
Mar 54.3 43.4 31.9
Apr 65.9 54.1 41.4
May 77.5 65.3 52.7
Jun 82.6 72.1 62.3
Jul 85.3 76.8 70
Aug 86.1 76.9 69.8
Sep 78.9 68.1 59.3
Oct 69.5 56.7 45.3
Nov 54.7 44.6 35
Dec 40.7 32 23.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 3.4 -1.5 -6.5
Feb 6.9 1.3 -4.3
Mar 12.4 6.3 -0.1
Apr 18.8 12.3 5.2
May 25.3 18.5 11.5
Jun 28.1 22.3 16.8
Jul 29.6 24.9 21.1
Aug 30.1 24.9 21
Sep 26.1 20.1 15.2
Oct 20.8 13.7 7.4
Nov 12.6 7 1.7
Dec 4.8 0 -4.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Mungyeong are January, February, and then October. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid December. For example, on the week of December 17th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid August with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of August 13th.

When can you find snow in Mungyeong? Weather stations report moderate or seasonal snow likely to be deepest around March, especially close to late January and early February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Mungyeong is often around around January 29th 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 Mungyeong.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Mungyeong (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 7% 1 0.7
Feb 9% 1 1.2
Mar 16% 1.5 2.3
Apr 18% 0 2.6
May 14% 0 3.3
Jun 21% 0 4.6
Jul 32% 0 8.7
Aug 33% 0 9.4
Sep 21% 0 5.6
Oct 10% 0 2.1
Nov 14% 0.4 1.9
Dec 10% 1.3 1.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 7 2.5 1.8
Feb 9 2.5 3
Mar 16 3.8 5.8
Apr 18 0 6.6
May 14 0 8.4
Jun 21 0 11.7
Jul 32 0 22.1
Aug 33 0 23.9
Sep 21 0 14.2
Oct 10 0 5.3
Nov 14 1 4.8
Dec 10 3.3 2.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Mungyeong has some very humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is March (37.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (72.5%).

Wind in Mungyeong is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is March, followed by January and December. March’s average wind speed of around 4.7 knots (5.4 MPH or 8.7 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 March where average top sustained speeds reach 8.9 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 4.4 Light breeze 7.7 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.1 Light breeze 7.2 Gentle breeze
Mar 4.7 Light breeze 8.3 Gentle breeze
Apr 4.1 Light breeze 7.3 Gentle breeze
May 3.3 Barely noticeable 5.8 Gentle breeze
Jun 2.3 Barely noticeable 4.2 Light breeze
Jul 2.1 Barely noticeable 4 Gentle breeze
Aug 2.1 Barely noticeable 3.9 Barely noticeable
Sep 1.8 Barely noticeable 3.5 Gentle breeze
Oct 2.3 Barely noticeable 4.4 Light breeze
Nov 3.2 Barely noticeable 6.1 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.4 Light breeze 7.6 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 41.9%
Feb 40.4%
Mar 37.8%
Apr 38.8%
May 43.9%
Jun 57.5%
Jul 71.7%
Aug 72.5%
Sep 69.6%
Oct 59.7%
Nov 53.8%
Dec 47.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Mungyeong?

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 Mungyeong, 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 Mungyeong 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 somewhat 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 Mungyeong Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 79.9°F (26.6°C) and 48.8°F (9.3°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 5 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 6 to 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Mungyeong, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 80.6°F (27°C) and 47.5°F (8.6°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 6 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 Mungyeong to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 48.8°F (9.3°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 3 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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