Climate Insights for Kimchaek
Kimchaek-si, North Hamgyong, North Korea
Climate Overview
The climate in Kimchaek is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 1,022 mm of precipitation falls per year. Kimchaek receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kimchaek is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -9°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 175cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Kimchaek is cool. The average annual temperature is 49°F and approximately 40.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Kimchaek receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kimchaek is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 16°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 69in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Kimchaek vary considerably across the year, with a 34°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -9°C and the daily average is -5°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Kimchaek vary considerably across the year, with a 61°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 77°F and the mean temperature sits around 73°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 16°F and the daily average is 24°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 14°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Kimchaek is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,022 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 85 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 209 mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 42 mm. That's 167 mm less than August, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 175cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 50cm.Kimchaek is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 40.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.3 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 8.2 in of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 1.7 in. That's 6.6 in less than August, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 69in accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 20in.
Wind
Kimchaek is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h 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 10km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.Kimchaek 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 February, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph 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, 7mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Kimchaek is during June, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 95 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 25°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -9°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 Kimchaek is during June, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.7 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 77°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 16°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 Kimchaek 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 Kimchaek 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.