The best times to visit Yeongam for ideal weather are

April 30th to July 8th

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

 

 


Other Yeongam Travel Info

Weather in Yeongam

Temperature

Average temperatures in Yeongam vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some cold weeks in the winter, with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 34th 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 Yeongam, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 87.3°F (30.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 75.7°F (24.3°C) at night.

Yeongam Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Yeongam 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.

Yeongam Perceived Temperature (F)

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Yeongam Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Yeongam 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 41.1 34.2 27.3
Feb 45 37.4 30.3
Mar 52.4 44 36.1
Apr 61.9 53.3 45.1
May 71.9 63.4 55.6
Jun 77.6 70.7 65.1
Jul 82.6 77 72.3
Aug 85 78.7 73.7
Sep 79.3 71.8 65.6
Oct 70.6 61.9 54.1
Nov 58 50.5 43.6
Dec 45.6 38.7 32.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 5.1 1.2 -2.6
Feb 7.2 3 -0.9
Mar 11.3 6.7 2.3
Apr 16.6 11.8 7.3
May 22.2 17.4 13.1
Jun 25.3 21.5 18.4
Jul 28.1 25 22.4
Aug 29.4 25.9 23.2
Sep 26.3 22.1 18.7
Oct 21.4 16.6 12.3
Nov 14.4 10.3 6.4
Dec 7.6 3.7 0.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Yeongam 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 mid October. For example, on the week of October 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early July with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of July 2nd.

When can you find snow in Yeongam? Weather stations report a good amount of seasonal snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to late February and early March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Yeongam is often around around December 3rd 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 Yeongam.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Yeongam (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 10% 1.8 1
Feb 16% 1 1.9
Mar 17% 2.2 3
Apr 20% 0 3.5
May 18% 0 3.8
Jun 20% 0 4.2
Jul 27% 0 9
Aug 29% 0 8.2
Sep 19% 0 5.5
Oct 10% 0 2.3
Nov 20% 1 3
Dec 18% 2.2 2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 10 4.6 2.5
Feb 16 2.5 4.8
Mar 17 5.6 7.6
Apr 20 0 8.9
May 18 0 9.7
Jun 20 0 10.7
Jul 27 0 22.9
Aug 29 0 20.8
Sep 19 0 14
Oct 10 0 5.8
Nov 20 2.5 7.6
Dec 18 5.6 5.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Yeongam has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is April (65.6% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (86.6%).

Wind in Yeongam is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by December and January. March’s average wind speed of around 7.6 knots (8.8 MPH or 14.1 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late January where average top sustained speeds reach 13.4 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 7.1 Gentle breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Feb 7 Gentle breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Mar 7.6 Gentle breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
Apr 6.6 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
May 5.7 Light breeze 9.8 Significant breeze
Jun 4.7 Light breeze 8.4 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.6 Light breeze 9.1 Significant breeze
Aug 5.1 Light breeze 8.8 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.7 Light breeze 8.9 Significant breeze
Oct 5.5 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
Nov 6.2 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Dec 7.2 Gentle breeze 12.6 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 67.6%
Feb 67.4%
Mar 65.6%
Apr 65.6%
May 70.4%
Jun 79.7%
Jul 86.6%
Aug 83.3%
Sep 76.3%
Oct 67.1%
Nov 68.2%
Dec 68.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Yeongam?

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 Yeongam, 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 Yeongam 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 Yeongam Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 75.1°F (23.9°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 6 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 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Yeongam, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 80.6°F (27°C) and 53.7°F (12.1°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 too cold this time of year in Yeongam to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 6 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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