Sokcho in May

7.4out of 10

Possible, with caveats

Mild: highs around 18°C. Some rain: about 8 rainy days.

18°CAvg high
12°CAvg low
8Rainy days (86 mm)
14:04 hDaylight
05:20Sunrise · 19:24 Sunset

Why this score

  • Mild: highs around 18°C
  • Some rain: about 8 rainy days

What to wear and pack

  • Layers you can add or remove
  • Rain jacket or compact umbrella

How reliable is the forecast?

Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.1 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

1° -6° J 3° -4° F 8° 1° M 14° 7° A 18° 12° M 22° 17° J 25° 21° J 26° 21° A 22° 16° S 17° 10° O 10° 4° N 4° -3° D Rainy days

Weather by month

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfall Rainy daysHumiditySunshine Score
January 1°C-6°C43 mm 7– – 4.3
February 3°C-4°C41 mm 6– – 4.9
March 8°C1°C53 mm 9– – 5.5
April 14°C7°C73 mm 8– – 6.7
May 18°C12°C86 mm 8– – 7.4
June 22°C17°C98 mm 10– – 7.6
July 25°C21°C206 mm 15– – 6.5
August 26°C21°C200 mm 15– – 6.5
September 22°C16°C148 mm 11– – 7.3
October 17°C10°C71 mm 8– – 7.3
November 10°C4°C65 mm 8– – 6.1
December 4°C-3°C39 mm 6– – 5.0

Frequently asked questions

How hot is Sokcho in May?

Daytime highs average 18°C and nights about 12°C.

When is the best time to visit Sokcho?

The best months are June, May, September, October.