Climate Insights for Tanchon

Tanchon-si, South Hamgyong, North Korea

Hottest
August
25°C peak78°F peak
Coldest
January
-7°C low19°F low
Wettest
August
213 mm rain8.4 in rain
Best to Visit
June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Tanchon is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 973 mm of precipitation falls per year. Tanchon receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Tanchon 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, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -7°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 120cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Tanchon is cool. The average annual temperature is 50°F and approximately 38.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Tanchon receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Tanchon 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, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 19°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 47in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 0°Average: -4°Min: -7°FebMax: 1°Average: -2°Min: -6°MarMax: 7°Average: 3°Min: 0°AprMax: 12°Average: 9°Min: 5°MayMax: 17°Average: 14°Min: 10°JunMax: 21°Average: 18°Min: 15°JulMax: 25°Average: 22°Min: 20°AugMax: 25°Average: 23°Min: 21°SepMax: 22°Average: 19°Min: 16°OctMax: 16°Average: 12°Min: 9°NovMax: 9°Average: 5°Min: 2°DecMax: 1°Average: -2°Min: -5°
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Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 31°FAverage: 25°FMin: 19°FFebMax: 35°FAverage: 28°FMin: 22°FMarMax: 44°FAverage: 38°FMin: 33°FAprMax: 54°FAverage: 47°FMin: 41°FMayMax: 63°FAverage: 57°FMin: 51°FJunMax: 69°FAverage: 64°FMin: 60°FJulMax: 77°FAverage: 72°FMin: 68°FAugMax: 78°FAverage: 73°FMin: 69°FSepMax: 71°FAverage: 66°FMin: 61°FOctMax: 61°FAverage: 54°FMin: 48°FNovMax: 48°FAverage: 42°FMin: 36°FDecMax: 34°FAverage: 28°FMin: 23°F
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Temperatures in Tanchon vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -7°C and the daily average is -4°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Tanchon vary considerably across the year, with a 59°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 78°F and the mean temperature sits around 73°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 19°F and the daily average is 25°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 13°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 36mmSnow: 32mmFebPrecipitation: 31mmSnow: 26mmMarPrecipitation: 37mmSnow: 19mmAprPrecipitation: 41mmSnow: 3mmMayPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 98mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 138mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 213mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 125mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 69mmSnow: 1mmNovPrecipitation: 61mmSnow: 7mmDecPrecipitation: 41mmSnow: 32mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 12inFebPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 10inMarPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 7inAprPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 1inMayPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 5.4inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 8.4inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 3inDecPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 13in
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Tanchon is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 973 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 81 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 213 mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 31 mm. That's 182 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 120cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 32cm.Tanchon is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 38.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.2 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 8.4 in of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1.2 in. That's 7.2 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 47in accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 13in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12km/hFebWind Speed: 13km/hMarWind Speed: 12km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 9km/hJulWind Speed: 9km/hAugWind Speed: 9km/hSepWind Speed: 10km/hOctWind Speed: 11km/hNovWind Speed: 12km/hDecWind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 6mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Tanchon 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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/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 13km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.Tanchon is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. 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 July, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph 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 8mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-4°25°F
Feb-2°28°F
Mar3°38°F
Apr9°47°F
May14°57°F
Jun18°64°F
Jul22°72°F
Aug23°73°F
Sep19°66°F
Oct12°54°F
Nov5°42°F
Dec-2°28°F

The best time to visit Tanchon is during June, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 98 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 -7°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 Tanchon is during June, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.9 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 19°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 Tanchon 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 Tanchon 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
-7 °C19 °F
0 °C31 °F
12 km/h8 mph
36 mm1.4 in
32 cm12 in
Feb
-6 °C22 °F
1 °C35 °F
13 km/h8 mph
31 mm1.2 in
26 cm10 in
Mar
0 °C33 °F
7 °C44 °F
12 km/h7 mph
37 mm1.5 in
19 cm7 in
Apr
5 °C41 °F
12 °C54 °F
12 km/h7 mph
41 mm1.6 in
3 cm1 in
May
10 °C51 °F
17 °C63 °F
12 km/h7 mph
82 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
15 °C60 °F
21 °C69 °F
9 km/h6 mph
98 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
20 °C68 °F
25 °C77 °F
9 km/h6 mph
138 mm5.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
21 °C69 °F
25 °C78 °F
9 km/h6 mph
213 mm8.4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
16 °C61 °F
22 °C71 °F
10 km/h6 mph
125 mm4.9 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
9 °C48 °F
16 °C61 °F
11 km/h7 mph
69 mm2.7 in
1 cm0 in
Nov
2 °C36 °F
9 °C48 °F
12 km/h8 mph
61 mm2.4 in
7 cm3 in
Dec
-5 °C23 °F
1 °C34 °F
13 km/h8 mph
41 mm1.6 in
32 cm13 in