Climate Insights for Hoeryong
Hoeryong-si, North Hamgyong, North Korea
Climate Overview
The climate in Hoeryong is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 837 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 228 mm of rainfall. Hoeryong is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -16°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 80cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Hoeryong is cool. The average annual temperature is 43°F and approximately 33 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 9 in of rainfall. Hoeryong is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 3°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 32in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Hoeryong has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 42°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -16°C and an average temperature of -11°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.Hoeryong has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 76°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 79°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to 3°F and an average temperature of 11°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 16°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Hoeryong is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 837 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 70 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 228 mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 10 mm. That's 218 mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 80cm accumulating over the season. March typically sees the most snow at around 19cm.Hoeryong is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 33 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.8 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 9 in of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0.4 in. That's 8.6 in less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 32in accumulating over the season. March typically sees the most snow at around 7in.
Wind
Hoeryong is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 12km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 7km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.Hoeryong is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 7mph in winter, 6mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Hoeryong is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 80 mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 26°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -16°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Hoeryong is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.1 in per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 79°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 3°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Hoeryong based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Hoeryong based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.