Climate Insights for Jumunjin

Gangneung-si, Gangwon, South Korea

Hottest
August
27°C peak
Coldest
January
-4°C low
Wettest
August
227mm rain
Best to Visit
May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Jumunjin is temperate. The average annual temperature is 13°C and approximately 1196mm of precipitation falls per year. Jumunjin receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Jumunjin 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, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -4°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 52cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 3° Average: -1° Min: -4° Feb Max: 5° Average: 1° Min: -2° Mar Max: 11° Average: 7° Min: 3° Apr Max: 16° Average: 12° Min: 8° May Max: 21° Average: 17° Min: 14° Jun Max: 24° Average: 21° Min: 18° Jul Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 22° Aug Max: 27° Average: 25° Min: 22° Sep Max: 23° Average: 20° Min: 17° Oct Max: 18° Average: 14° Min: 11° Nov Max: 12° Average: 8° Min: 5° Dec Max: 5° Average: 1° Min: -2°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Jumunjin vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -4°C and the daily average is -1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°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: 37mm Snow: 11mm Feb Precipitation: 41mm Snow: 16mm Mar Precipitation: 55mm Snow: 13mm Apr Precipitation: 63mm Snow: 1mm May Precipitation: 69mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 105mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 199mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 227mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 182mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 110mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 70mm Snow: 3mm Dec Precipitation: 38mm Snow: 7mm
Precipitation
Snow

Jumunjin is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1196mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 100mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 227mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 37mm. That's 190mm 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 52cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 16cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 19km/h Feb Wind Speed: 18km/h Mar Wind Speed: 18km/h Apr Wind Speed: 18km/h May Wind Speed: 17km/h Jun Wind Speed: 14km/h Jul Wind Speed: 13km/h Aug Wind Speed: 13km/h Sep Wind Speed: 14km/h Oct Wind Speed: 16km/h Nov Wind Speed: 18km/h Dec Wind Speed: 20km/h
Wind Speed

Jumunjin is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/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 20km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/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 19km/h in winter, 18km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 16km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Jumunjin, which began on March 20, 2026. Jumunjin 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 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -4°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 3 to 21°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 187mm for the season, averaging 62mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 530mm across the season with a monthly average of 177mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 5 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 362mm across the season with a monthly average of 121mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from -4 to 5°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 116mm over the season and a monthly average of 39mm. Expect around 34cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -1°
Feb
Mar
Apr 12°
May 17°
Jun 21°
Jul 24°
Aug 25°
Sep 20°
Oct 14°
Nov
Dec

The best time to visit Jumunjin is during May, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 69mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 27°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -4°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Jumunjin 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
-4 °C
3 °C
19 km/h
37 mm
11 cm
Feb
-2 °C
5 °C
18 km/h
41 mm
16 cm
Mar Current
3 °C
11 °C
18 km/h
55 mm
13 cm
Apr
8 °C
16 °C
18 km/h
63 mm
1 cm
May
14 °C
21 °C
17 km/h
69 mm
0 cm
Jun
18 °C
24 °C
14 km/h
105 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
27 °C
13 km/h
199 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
27 °C
13 km/h
227 mm
0 cm
Sep
17 °C
23 °C
14 km/h
182 mm
0 cm
Oct
11 °C
18 °C
16 km/h
110 mm
0 cm
Nov
5 °C
12 °C
18 km/h
70 mm
3 cm
Dec
-2 °C
5 °C
20 km/h
38 mm
7 cm
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