Best Time to Visit Gwangju
Best time: Oct, May, Apr, Jun.
Aug is warmest (31.1°C high); Jul is rainiest (279 mm).
Gwangju weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5.3 | -4 | 37 | 3.8 |
| Feb | 7.3 | -2.8 | 45 | 5 |
| Mar | 12.5 | 1.2 | 61 | 6.6 |
| Apr | 19.1 | 7.1 | 96 | 8.3 |
| May | 23.9 | 12.3 | 98 | 9 |
| Jun | 27.3 | 17.4 | 189 | 8.4 |
| Jul | 29.8 | 22 | 279 | 7.6 |
| Aug | 31.1 | 22.2 | 264 | 7.9 |
| Sep | 27 | 16.7 | 142 | 6.8 |
| Oct | 21.7 | 9.7 | 56 | 6.2 |
| Nov | 14.3 | 3.5 | 53 | 4.4 |
| Dec | 8 | -1.9 | 33 | 3.5 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: OctMayAprJun
Beaches: JunAugJul
Hiking: OctNovMarMay
Sightseeing: OctMayAprNov
Gwangju quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Gwangju?
Oct, May, Apr, Jun.
What is the rainiest month?
Jul, about 279 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Aug, with average highs of 31.1°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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