Climate Insights for Kwaksan

North Pyongan, North Korea

Hottest
August
29°C peak
Coldest
January
-11°C low
Wettest
August
286mm 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 1146mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 286mm 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: 23° Aug Max: 29° 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 40°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 29°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: 12mm Snow: 8mm Feb Precipitation: 20mm Snow: 9mm Mar Precipitation: 27mm Snow: 3mm Apr Precipitation: 58mm Snow: 1mm May Precipitation: 106mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 154mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 248mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 286mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 91mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 59mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 63mm Snow: 4mm Dec Precipitation: 22mm Snow: 11mm
Precipitation
Snow

Kwaksan is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1146mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 95mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 286mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 12mm. That's 274mm 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 35cm annually. December is the snowiest month with approximately 11cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 12km/h Feb Wind Speed: 12km/h Mar Wind Speed: 11km/h Apr Wind Speed: 11km/h May Wind Speed: 11km/h Jun Wind Speed: 9km/h Jul Wind Speed: 9km/h Aug Wind Speed: 9km/h Sep Wind Speed: 9km/h Oct Wind Speed: 11km/h Nov Wind Speed: 12km/h Dec Wind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed

Kwaksan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 June, with average winds dropping to 9km/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 12km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

8 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Kwaksan, which began on June 21, 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 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -11°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (8 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 0 to 20°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 191mm for the season, averaging 64mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 688mm across the season with a monthly average of 229mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 0 to 25°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 213mm for the season, averaging 71mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from -11 to 2°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 54mm over the season and a monthly average of 18mm. Expect around 28cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/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 91mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 29°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
12 km/h
12 mm
8 cm
Feb
-7 °C
2 °C
12 km/h
20 mm
9 cm
Mar
0 °C
9 °C
11 km/h
27 mm
3 cm
Apr
7 °C
16 °C
11 km/h
58 mm
1 cm
May
12 °C
20 °C
11 km/h
106 mm
0 cm
Jun
18 °C
25 °C
9 km/h
154 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
248 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
286 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
17 °C
25 °C
9 km/h
91 mm
0 cm
Oct
8 °C
18 °C
11 km/h
59 mm
0 cm
Nov
0 °C
9 °C
12 km/h
63 mm
4 cm
Dec
-9 °C
0 °C
12 km/h
22 mm
11 cm
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