Climate Overview
The climate in Songwŏn-ŭp is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1327mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 293mm of rainfall. Songwŏn-ŭp 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 -16°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 99cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Songwŏn-ŭp has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 44°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -16°C and an average temperature of -9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Songwŏn-ŭp is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1327mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 111mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 293mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 19mm. 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 99cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 23cm.
Wind
Songwŏn-ŭp is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
8 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Songwŏn-ŭp, which began on June 21, 2026. Songwŏn-ŭp 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 July at around 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -16°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (8 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from -2 to 20°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 245mm for the season, averaging 82mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 15 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 743mm across the season with a monthly average of 248mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -3 to 24°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 261mm for the season, averaging 87mm per month. Expect around 13cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -16 to 0°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 78mm over the season and a monthly average of 26mm. Expect around 64cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential. Exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Songwŏn-ŭp 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.
