Climate Insights for Rason

North Korea

Hottest
August
25°C peak78°F peak
Coldest
January
-12°C low11°F low
Wettest
August
257 mm rain10.1 in rain
Best to Visit
September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Rason is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 854 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 257 mm of rainfall. Rason 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 -12°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 67cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Rason is cool. The average annual temperature is 46°F and approximately 33.6 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 10.1 in of rainfall. Rason 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°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 26in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -3°Average: -8°Min: -12°FebMax: 0°Average: -5°Min: -9°MarMax: 6°Average: 2°Min: -2°AprMax: 13°Average: 8°Min: 4°MayMax: 18°Average: 13°Min: 9°JunMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 14°JulMax: 25°Average: 22°Min: 20°AugMax: 25°Average: 22°Min: 20°SepMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 14°OctMax: 15°Average: 10°Min: 6°NovMax: 6°Average: 2°Min: -2°DecMax: -2°Average: -6°Min: -10°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°FAverage: 18°FMin: 11°FFebMax: 31°FAverage: 23°FMin: 16°FMarMax: 43°FAverage: 35°FMin: 28°FAprMax: 55°FAverage: 46°FMin: 38°FMayMax: 64°FAverage: 56°FMin: 49°FJunMax: 69°FAverage: 63°FMin: 58°FJulMax: 77°FAverage: 72°FMin: 67°FAugMax: 78°FAverage: 72°FMin: 67°FSepMax: 72°FAverage: 64°FMin: 58°FOctMax: 59°FAverage: 51°FMin: 43°FNovMax: 43°FAverage: 36°FMin: 29°FDecMax: 28°FAverage: 21°FMin: 15°F
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Rason has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 37°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -12°C and the daily average is -8°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.Rason has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 67°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 78°F and the mean temperature sits around 72°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 11°F and the daily average is 18°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 15°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 16mmSnow: 15mmFebPrecipitation: 15mmSnow: 13mmMarPrecipitation: 31mmSnow: 19mmAprPrecipitation: 37mmSnow: 1mmMayPrecipitation: 84mmSnow: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 101mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 131mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 257mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 87mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 37mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 47mmSnow: 8mmDecPrecipitation: 11mmSnow: 10mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 6inFebPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 5inMarPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 7inAprPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 5.2inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 10.1inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 3inDecPrecipitation: 0.4inSnow (in): 4in
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Rason is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 854 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 71 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 257 mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 11 mm. That's 246 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 67cm accumulating over the season. March typically sees the most snow at around 19cm.Rason is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 33.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.8 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 10.1 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 9.7 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 26in accumulating over the season. March typically sees the most snow at around 7in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 14km/hFebWind Speed: 13km/hMarWind Speed: 10km/hAprWind Speed: 10km/hMayWind Speed: 9km/hJunWind Speed: 7km/hJulWind Speed: 7km/hAugWind Speed: 8km/hSepWind Speed: 8km/hOctWind Speed: 11km/hNovWind Speed: 13km/hDecWind Speed: 14km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 4mphJulWind Speed: 4mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 9mph
Wind Speed

Rason 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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 7km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 14km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 7km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.Rason 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 9mph, 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. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 5mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 9mph in winter, 6mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-8°18°F
Feb-5°23°F
Mar2°35°F
Apr8°46°F
May13°56°F
Jun17°63°F
Jul22°72°F
Aug22°72°F
Sep18°64°F
Oct10°51°F
Nov2°36°F
Dec-6°21°F

The best time to visit Rason is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 87 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 -12°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 Rason is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.4 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 78°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 11°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 Rason 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 Rason 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
-12 °C11 °F
-3 °C26 °F
14 km/h9 mph
16 mm0.6 in
15 cm6 in
Feb
-9 °C16 °F
0 °C31 °F
13 km/h8 mph
15 mm0.6 in
13 cm5 in
Mar
-2 °C28 °F
6 °C43 °F
10 km/h6 mph
31 mm1.2 in
19 cm7 in
Apr
4 °C38 °F
13 °C55 °F
10 km/h6 mph
37 mm1.4 in
1 cm0 in
May
9 °C49 °F
18 °C64 °F
9 km/h5 mph
84 mm3.3 in
1 cm0 in
Jun
14 °C58 °F
21 °C69 °F
7 km/h4 mph
101 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
20 °C67 °F
25 °C77 °F
7 km/h4 mph
131 mm5.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
20 °C67 °F
25 °C78 °F
8 km/h5 mph
257 mm10.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
14 °C58 °F
22 °C72 °F
8 km/h5 mph
87 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
6 °C43 °F
15 °C59 °F
11 km/h7 mph
37 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
-2 °C29 °F
6 °C43 °F
13 km/h8 mph
47 mm1.9 in
8 cm3 in
Dec
-10 °C15 °F
-2 °C28 °F
14 km/h9 mph
11 mm0.4 in
10 cm4 in