Climate Insights for Samho-rodongjagu

South Hamgyong, North Korea

Hottest
August
28°C peak
Coldest
January
-8°C low
Wettest
August
206mm rain
Best to Visit
May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Samho-rodongjagu is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 1004mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 206mm of rainfall. Samho-rodongjagu is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -8°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 90cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 1° Average: -4° Min: -8° Feb Max: 3° Average: -2° Min: -6° Mar Max: 9° Average: 4° Min: 0° Apr Max: 15° Average: 10° Min: 5° May Max: 20° Average: 16° Min: 11° Jun Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 17° Jul Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 21° Aug Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Sep Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 16° Oct Max: 18° Average: 13° Min: 9° Nov Max: 10° Average: 6° Min: 2° Dec Max: 3° Average: -2° Min: -6°
Max
Average
Min

Samho-rodongjagu has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 36°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -4°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 7°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 23mm Snow: 18mm Feb Precipitation: 30mm Snow: 24mm Mar Precipitation: 40mm Snow: 17mm Apr Precipitation: 47mm Snow: 2mm May Precipitation: 87mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 103mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 192mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 206mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 113mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 74mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 58mm Snow: 5mm Dec Precipitation: 32mm Snow: 23mm
Precipitation
Snow

Samho-rodongjagu is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1004mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 84mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 206mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 23mm. That's 183mm 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 90cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 24cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 8km/h Feb Wind Speed: 9km/h Mar Wind Speed: 9km/h Apr Wind Speed: 9km/h May Wind Speed: 9km/h Jun Wind Speed: 7km/h Jul Wind Speed: 7km/h Aug Wind Speed: 7km/h Sep Wind Speed: 7km/h Oct Wind Speed: 8km/h Nov Wind Speed: 9km/h Dec Wind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed

Samho-rodongjagu is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

7 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Samho-rodongjagu, which began on June 21, 2026. Samho-rodongjagu 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 -8°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 0 to 20°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 174mm for the season, averaging 58mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 17 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 501mm across the season with a monthly average of 167mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 2 to 24°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 245mm for the season, averaging 82mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from -8 to 3°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 85mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. Expect around 66cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -4°
Feb -2°
Mar
Apr 10°
May 16°
Jun 20°
Jul 24°
Aug 24°
Sep 20°
Oct 13°
Nov
Dec -2°

The best time to visit Samho-rodongjagu is during May, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 87mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 28°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -8°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 Samho-rodongjagu 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
-8 °C
1 °C
8 km/h
23 mm
18 cm
Feb
-6 °C
3 °C
9 km/h
30 mm
24 cm
Mar
0 °C
9 °C
9 km/h
40 mm
17 cm
Apr
5 °C
15 °C
9 km/h
47 mm
2 cm
May
11 °C
20 °C
9 km/h
87 mm
0 cm
Jun
17 °C
24 °C
7 km/h
103 mm
0 cm
Jul
21 °C
27 °C
7 km/h
192 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
28 °C
7 km/h
206 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
16 °C
24 °C
7 km/h
113 mm
0 cm
Oct
9 °C
18 °C
8 km/h
74 mm
0 cm
Nov
2 °C
10 °C
9 km/h
58 mm
5 cm
Dec
-6 °C
3 °C
9 km/h
32 mm
23 cm
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