Gangneung in August
6.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C. Very wet: about 18 rainy days.
26°CAvg high
20°CAvg low
18Rainy days (229 mm)
13:28 hDaylight
05:45Sunrise · 19:12 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C
- Very wet: about 18 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.2 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in August varies a lot between years (±4.2 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C | -9°C | 44 mm | 6 | – | – | 4.3 |
| February | 3°C | -7°C | 45 mm | 6 | – | – | 4.6 |
| March | 8°C | -1°C | 67 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.3 |
| April | 15°C | 5°C | 82 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.7 |
| May | 20°C | 11°C | 86 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.5 |
| June | 23°C | 16°C | 121 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.3 |
| July | 25°C | 20°C | 218 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.3 |
| August | 26°C | 20°C | 229 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 22°C | 14°C | 186 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.9 |
| October | 17°C | 8°C | 81 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.2 |
| November | 10°C | 2°C | 62 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 3°C | -6°C | 36 mm | 5 | – | – | 4.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Gangneung in August?
Daytime highs average 26°C and nights about 20°C.
When is the best time to visit Gangneung?
The best months are May, June, October, September.