Climate Overview
The climate in Kapsan-ŭp is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 852mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 199mm of rainfall. Kapsan-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, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -21°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 173cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Kapsan-ŭp has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 45°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 19°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -21°C and an average temperature of -15°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°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
Kapsan-ŭp is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 852mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 71mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 199mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 15mm. That's 184mm 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 173cm accumulating over the season. April typically sees the most snow at around 29cm.
Wind
Kapsan-ŭp is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/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 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 1km/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
92 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Kapsan-ŭp, which began on June 21, 2026. Kapsan-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 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -21°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -9 to 17°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 174mm for the season, averaging 58mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 10 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 416mm across the season with a monthly average of 139mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -9 to 18°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 192mm for the season, averaging 64mm per month. Expect around 32cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -21 to -5°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 70mm over the season and a monthly average of 23mm. Expect around 69cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/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 Kapsan-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.
