The best times to visit Yeonggwang for ideal weather are

April 30th to June 24th

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

 

 


Other Yeonggwang Travel Info

Weather in Yeonggwang

Temperature

Average temperatures in Yeonggwang 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 Yeonggwang, 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 90.8°F (32.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 75.6°F (24.2°C) at night.

Yeonggwang Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Yeonggwang 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.

Yeonggwang Perceived Temperature (F)

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Yeonggwang Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Yeonggwang 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 39.7 31.4 22.1
Feb 45.4 36.4 27.3
Mar 54.3 43.6 32.7
Apr 65.5 53.5 41.3
May 76.8 64.9 53.2
Jun 83 72.9 64.2
Jul 86.4 78.7 72.4
Aug 87.8 79.5 72.9
Sep 81.2 71.1 62.4
Oct 71.5 59.8 49.3
Nov 58.2 49.1 40.1
Dec 43.5 35.5 27.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 4.3 -0.3 -5.5
Feb 7.4 2.4 -2.6
Mar 12.4 6.4 0.4
Apr 18.6 11.9 5.2
May 24.9 18.3 11.8
Jun 28.3 22.7 17.9
Jul 30.2 25.9 22.4
Aug 31 26.4 22.7
Sep 27.3 21.7 16.9
Oct 21.9 15.4 9.6
Nov 14.6 9.5 4.5
Dec 6.4 1.9 -2.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Yeonggwang are October, February, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early June. For example, on the week of June 4th 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 Yeonggwang? Weather stations report a good amount of seasonal snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to mid December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Yeonggwang is often around around December 17th 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 Yeonggwang.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Yeonggwang (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 16% 2.4 1.3
Feb 14% 1 1.7
Mar 17% 2.1 2.3
Apr 21% 0 3.5
May 16% 0 3.1
Jun 15% 0 3.5
Jul 38% 0 13.4
Aug 33% 0 14.1
Sep 16% 0 3.5
Oct 12% 0 2.2
Nov 22% 0 2.8
Dec 23% 3.7 2.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 16 6.1 3.3
Feb 14 2.5 4.3
Mar 17 5.3 5.8
Apr 21 0 8.9
May 16 0 7.9
Jun 15 0 8.9
Jul 38 0 34
Aug 33 0 35.8
Sep 16 0 8.9
Oct 12 0 5.6
Nov 22 0 7.1
Dec 23 9.4 5.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Yeonggwang has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is March (47.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (73.9%).

Wind in Yeonggwang is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is March, followed by April and July. March’s average wind speed of around 4.1 knots (4.8 MPH or 7.7 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 late April where average top sustained speeds reach 8.6 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 3.2 Barely noticeable 6.6 Light breeze
Feb 3.5 Barely noticeable 6.8 Light breeze
Mar 4.1 Light breeze 7.8 Light breeze
Apr 4 Light breeze 8 Gentle breeze
May 3.6 Barely noticeable 7.1 Light breeze
Jun 3.2 Barely noticeable 6.5 Light breeze
Jul 3.8 Barely noticeable 6.6 Light breeze
Aug 3.2 Barely noticeable 6.3 Light breeze
Sep 2.8 Barely noticeable 6 Light breeze
Oct 2.8 Barely noticeable 6.3 Light breeze
Nov 3.3 Barely noticeable 6.8 Light breeze
Dec 3.5 Barely noticeable 6.8 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 58.1%
Feb 53.8%
Mar 47.9%
Apr 49.5%
May 52.4%
Jun 63.3%
Jul 73.2%
Aug 73.9%
Sep 68.6%
Oct 61.6%
Nov 61.2%
Dec 61.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Yeonggwang?

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 Yeonggwang, 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 Yeonggwang 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 Yeonggwang Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 80.1°F (26.7°C) and 49.5°F (9.7°C) with far 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 quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 5 to 12 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Yeonggwang, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 82.9°F (28.3°C) and 53.3°F (11.8°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 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 Yeonggwang to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 50°F (10°C) and 36.8°F (2.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 7 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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