Best Time to Visit Gangneung
Best time: May, Apr, Jun, Oct.
Aug is warmest (27.6°C high); Aug is rainiest (278 mm).
Gangneung weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | -4.7 | 54 | 3.8 |
| Feb | 5.3 | -3.3 | 54 | 4.8 |
| Mar | 9.9 | 0.9 | 65 | 6 |
| Apr | 17.4 | 6.7 | 74 | 7.7 |
| May | 22.1 | 11.8 | 81 | 8.4 |
| Jun | 24.1 | 16 | 115 | 7.8 |
| Jul | 27.1 | 20.2 | 211 | 6.6 |
| Aug | 27.6 | 20.5 | 278 | 6.6 |
| Sep | 23.9 | 15.3 | 201 | 6 |
| Oct | 19.5 | 9.3 | 93 | 5.3 |
| Nov | 13 | 3.4 | 74 | 3.9 |
| Dec | 7.1 | -1.9 | 41 | 3.5 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: MayAprJunOct
Beaches: JulAugMayJun
Hiking: AprMay
Sightseeing: MayAprOctJun
Gangneung quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Gangneung?
May, Apr, Jun, Oct.
What is the rainiest month?
Aug, about 278 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Aug, with average highs of 27.6°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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