Climate Insights for Munchon

Munchon-si, Kangwon, North Korea

Hottest
July
28°C peak83°F peak
Coldest
January
-9°C low15°F low
Wettest
August
286 mm rain11.2 in rain
Best to Visit
May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Munchon is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 1,317 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 286 mm of rainfall. Munchon 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 -9°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 111cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Munchon is temperate. The average annual temperature is 52°F and approximately 51.8 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 11.2 in of rainfall. Munchon 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 15°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 44in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 1°Average: -4°Min: -9°FebMax: 4°Average: -1°Min: -6°MarMax: 11°Average: 5°Min: 0°AprMax: 17°Average: 11°Min: 6°MayMax: 22°Average: 17°Min: 12°JunMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°JulMax: 28°Average: 25°Min: 22°AugMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 22°SepMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 16°OctMax: 18°Average: 12°Min: 8°NovMax: 10°Average: 5°Min: 1°DecMax: 2°Average: -3°Min: -7°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 33°FAverage: 24°FMin: 15°FFebMax: 39°FAverage: 30°FMin: 21°FMarMax: 51°FAverage: 41°FMin: 33°FAprMax: 63°FAverage: 53°FMin: 43°FMayMax: 72°FAverage: 62°FMin: 53°FJunMax: 79°FAverage: 70°FMin: 63°FJulMax: 83°FAverage: 76°FMin: 71°FAugMax: 83°FAverage: 76°FMin: 71°FSepMax: 75°FAverage: 67°FMin: 61°FOctMax: 64°FAverage: 54°FMin: 47°FNovMax: 51°FAverage: 42°FMin: 34°FDecMax: 36°FAverage: 27°FMin: 19°F
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Munchon has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 37°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -9°C and the daily average is -4°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.Munchon has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 68°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 15°F and the daily average is 24°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 14°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 25mmSnow: 22mmFebPrecipitation: 36mmSnow: 29mmMarPrecipitation: 55mmSnow: 26mmAprPrecipitation: 61mmSnow: 4mmMayPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 130mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 249mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 286mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 180mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 108mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 4mmDecPrecipitation: 35mmSnow: 27mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 9inFebPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 11inMarPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 10inAprPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 1inMayPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 5.1inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 9.8inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 11.2inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 7.1inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.2inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 1inDecPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 11in
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Munchon is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,317 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 110 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 286 mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 25 mm. That's 260 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 111cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 29cm.Munchon is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 51.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.3 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 11.3 in of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 1 in. That's 10.2 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 44in accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 11in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12km/hFebWind Speed: 11km/hMarWind Speed: 10km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 10km/hJunWind Speed: 8km/hJulWind Speed: 8km/hAugWind Speed: 8km/hSepWind Speed: 7km/hOctWind Speed: 8km/hNovWind Speed: 11km/hDecWind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 5mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 5mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Munchon 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 December, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 7km/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, 8km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.Munchon 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 September, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph 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, 5mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-4°24°F
Feb-1°30°F
Mar5°41°F
Apr11°53°F
May17°62°F
Jun21°70°F
Jul25°76°F
Aug24°76°F
Sep19°67°F
Oct12°54°F
Nov5°42°F
Dec-3°27°F

The best time to visit Munchon is during May, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 97 mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 28°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 Munchon is during May, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.8 in per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 83°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 15°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 Munchon 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 Munchon 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-9 °C15 °F
1 °C33 °F
12 km/h7 mph
25 mm1 in
22 cm9 in
Feb
-6 °C21 °F
4 °C39 °F
11 km/h7 mph
36 mm1.4 in
29 cm11 in
Mar
0 °C33 °F
11 °C51 °F
10 km/h6 mph
55 mm2.2 in
26 cm10 in
Apr
6 °C43 °F
17 °C63 °F
11 km/h7 mph
61 mm2.4 in
4 cm1 in
May
12 °C53 °F
22 °C72 °F
10 km/h6 mph
97 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
17 °C63 °F
26 °C79 °F
8 km/h5 mph
130 mm5.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
22 °C71 °F
28 °C83 °F
8 km/h5 mph
249 mm9.8 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
22 °C71 °F
28 °C83 °F
8 km/h5 mph
286 mm11.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
16 °C61 °F
24 °C75 °F
7 km/h5 mph
180 mm7.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
8 °C47 °F
18 °C64 °F
8 km/h5 mph
108 mm4.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
1 °C34 °F
10 °C51 °F
11 km/h7 mph
54 mm2.1 in
4 cm1 in
Dec
-7 °C19 °F
2 °C36 °F
13 km/h8 mph
35 mm1.4 in
27 cm11 in