Climate Insights for Kwaksan

, North Pyongan, North Korea

Hottest
August
28°C peak
Coldest
January
-11°C low
Wettest
August
263mm rain
Best to Visit
September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kwaksan is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 1090mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 263mm of rainfall. Kwaksan 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, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -11°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.

Temperature

-20° -10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -1° Average: -6° Min: -11° Feb Max: 2° Average: -2° Min: -7° Mar Max: 9° Average: 4° Min: 0° Apr Max: 16° Average: 11° Min: 7° May Max: 20° Average: 16° Min: 12° Jun Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 18° Jul Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 22° Aug Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 22° Sep Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 17° Oct Max: 18° Average: 13° Min: 8° Nov Max: 9° Average: 4° Min: 0° Dec Max: 0° Average: -4° Min: -9°
Max
Average
Min

Kwaksan has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 39°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -11°C and the daily average is -6°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 11mm Snow: 5mm Feb Precipitation: 23mm Snow: 8mm Mar Precipitation: 26mm Snow: 2mm Apr Precipitation: 52mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 104mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 147mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 241mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 263mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 78mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 53mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 68mm Snow: 3mm Dec Precipitation: 23mm Snow: 8mm
Precipitation
Snow

Kwaksan is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1090mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 91mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 263mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 11mm. That's 253mm 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. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 27cm annually. December is the snowiest month with approximately 8cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 17km/h Feb Wind Speed: 18km/h Mar Wind Speed: 18km/h Apr Wind Speed: 18km/h May Wind Speed: 17km/h Jun Wind Speed: 15km/h Jul Wind Speed: 15km/h Aug Wind Speed: 15km/h Sep Wind Speed: 14km/h Oct Wind Speed: 16km/h Nov Wind Speed: 17km/h Dec Wind Speed: 17km/h
Wind Speed

Kwaksan is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/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 17km/h in winter, 18km/h in spring, 15km/h in summer, 16km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Kwaksan, which began on March 20, 2026. Kwaksan is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -11°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 0 to 20°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 182mm for the season, averaging 61mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 652mm across the season with a monthly average of 217mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 0 to 25°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 200mm for the season, averaging 67mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -11 to 2°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 57mm over the season and a monthly average of 19mm. Expect around 21cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -6°
Feb -2°
Mar
Apr 11°
May 16°
Jun 21°
Jul 25°
Aug 25°
Sep 21°
Oct 13°
Nov
Dec -4°

The best time to visit Kwaksan is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 78mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 28°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -11°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.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kwaksan 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-11 °C
-1 °C
17 km/h
11 mm
5 cm
Feb
-7 °C
2 °C
18 km/h
23 mm
8 cm
Mar Current
0 °C
9 °C
18 km/h
26 mm
2 cm
Apr
7 °C
16 °C
18 km/h
52 mm
0 cm
May
12 °C
20 °C
17 km/h
104 mm
0 cm
Jun
18 °C
25 °C
15 km/h
147 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
28 °C
15 km/h
241 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
28 °C
15 km/h
263 mm
0 cm
Sep
17 °C
25 °C
14 km/h
78 mm
0 cm
Oct
8 °C
18 °C
16 km/h
53 mm
0 cm
Nov
0 °C
9 °C
17 km/h
68 mm
3 cm
Dec
-9 °C
0 °C
17 km/h
23 mm
8 cm
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