Weather in Gwangju
What's the weather like in Gwangju?
Gwangju has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 5°C (41°F) in January to 29°C (85°F) in July, with overnight lows around -3°C (26°F) and 22°C (72°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Gwangju are April through June, and September through October.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇰🇷 South Korea
- Region
- Asia
- Time zone
- Asia/Seoul
- Coordinates
- 35.160, 126.853
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C / 41°F | -3°C / 26°F | 31 mm | 5 | — |
| February | 8°C / 46°F | -2°C / 28°F | 27 mm | 5 | — |
| March | 14°C / 57°F | 2°C / 36°F | 65 mm | 7 | — |
| April | 19°C / 66°F | 7°C / 45°F | 101 mm | 8 | — |
| May | 24°C / 76°F | 13°C / 55°F | 95 mm | 8 | — |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 18°C / 64°F | 154 mm | 12 | — |
| July | 29°C / 85°F | 22°C / 72°F | 268 mm | 17 | — |
| August | 30°C / 86°F | 23°C / 73°F | 218 mm | 16 | — |
| September | 26°C / 79°F | 18°C / 64°F | 151 mm | 11 | — |
| October | 20°C / 69°F | 10°C / 51°F | 70 mm | 5 | — |
| November | 14°C / 58°F | 4°C / 40°F | 59 mm | 6 | — |
| December | 7°C / 44°F | -2°C / 29°F | 34 mm | 6 | — |
Gwangju by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Gwangju?
The most comfortable months in Gwangju are usually April, May, October, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Gwangju?
August is typically the hottest month in Gwangju, averaging a high of 30°C (86°F).
What is the coldest month in Gwangju?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -3°C (26°F).
Does it snow in Gwangju?
Snow is rare in Gwangju; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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