Climate Insights for Kwail-ŭp

, Hwanghae-namdo, North Korea

Hottest
August
26°C peak
Coldest
January
-3°C low
Wettest
August
198mm rain
Best to Visit
June, September, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kwail-ŭp is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 849mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 198mm of rainfall. Kwail-ŭp 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 -3°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 1° Average: -1° Min: -3° Feb Max: 2° Average: 0° Min: -2° Mar Max: 6° Average: 4° Min: 3° Apr Max: 11° Average: 9° Min: 7° May Max: 16° Average: 14° Min: 12° Jun Max: 20° Average: 18° Min: 16° Jul Max: 24° Average: 23° Min: 21° Aug Max: 26° Average: 24° Min: 23° Sep Max: 23° Average: 21° Min: 19° Oct Max: 17° Average: 15° Min: 13° Nov Max: 10° Average: 8° Min: 6° Dec Max: 4° Average: 2° Min: -1°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Kwail-ŭp vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is -1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 20mm Snow: 10mm Feb Precipitation: 25mm Snow: 7mm Mar Precipitation: 20mm Snow: 1mm Apr Precipitation: 53mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 103mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 86mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 158mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 198mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 72mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 34mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 45mm Snow: 2mm Dec Precipitation: 35mm Snow: 9mm
Precipitation
Snow

Kwail-ŭp is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 849mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 71mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 198mm of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 20mm. That's 179mm 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. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 29cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 10cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 6km/h Feb Wind Speed: 6km/h Mar Wind Speed: 5km/h Apr Wind Speed: 5km/h May Wind Speed: 5km/h Jun Wind Speed: 4km/h Jul Wind Speed: 4km/h Aug Wind Speed: 4km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 5km/h Nov Wind Speed: 6km/h Dec Wind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Kwail-ŭp is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 4km/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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 6km/h in winter, 5km/h in spring, 4km/h in summer, 5km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

93 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Kwail-ŭp, which began on June 21, 2026. Kwail-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 August at around 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -3°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 3 to 16°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 176mm for the season, averaging 59mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 443mm across the season with a monthly average of 148mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 6 to 23°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 151mm over the season and a monthly average of 50mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -3 to 4°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 79mm over the season and a monthly average of 26mm. Expect around 27cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/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
May 14°
Jun 18°
Jul 23°
Aug 24°
Sep 21°
Oct 15°
Nov
Dec

The best time to visit Kwail-ŭp is during June, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 64mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 26°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -3°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 Kwail-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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-3 °C
1 °C
6 km/h
20 mm
10 cm
Feb
-2 °C
2 °C
6 km/h
25 mm
7 cm
Mar
3 °C
6 °C
5 km/h
20 mm
1 cm
Apr
7 °C
11 °C
5 km/h
53 mm
0 cm
May
12 °C
16 °C
5 km/h
103 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
16 °C
20 °C
4 km/h
86 mm
0 cm
Jul
21 °C
24 °C
4 km/h
158 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
26 °C
4 km/h
198 mm
0 cm
Sep
19 °C
23 °C
4 km/h
72 mm
0 cm
Oct
13 °C
17 °C
5 km/h
34 mm
0 cm
Nov
6 °C
10 °C
6 km/h
45 mm
2 cm
Dec
-1 °C
4 °C
6 km/h
35 mm
9 cm
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