Best Time to Visit Gwangju
The best months to visit Gwangju are Apr, May, Oct. Here is the full monthly breakdown.
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Best Months: Apr, May, Oct
These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Gwangju. Expect highs of 20°C to 23°C to 21°C with relatively dry conditions.
Warmest Month
August
31°C high
Coldest Month
January
-4°C low
Driest Month
January
5 rain days
Wettest Month
July
22 rain days
Monthly Weather
January
High: 6°C / Low: -4°C
5 rain days
February
High: 7°C / Low: -2°C
11 rain days
March
High: 14°C / Low: 2°C
9 rain days
April
High: 20°C / Low: 8°C
12 rain days
May
High: 23°C / Low: 12°C
13 rain days
June
High: 28°C / Low: 18°C
12 rain days
July
High: 30°C / Low: 23°C
22 rain days
August
High: 31°C / Low: 23°C
18 rain days
September
High: 28°C / Low: 20°C
16 rain days
October
High: 21°C / Low: 12°C
12 rain days
November
High: 14°C / Low: 5°C
8 rain days
December
High: 8°C / Low: -1°C
6 rain days
Tourist Seasons in Gwangju
Peak Season
April, May, October
- +Best weather conditions
- +Most activities and events
- -Higher prices and larger crowds
- -Book accommodation well in advance
Shoulder Season
March, June, September, November
- +Good weather, fewer tourists
- +Better value for accommodation
- +More authentic local experiences
- ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
Off Season
January, February, July, August, December
- +Lowest prices of the year
- +No crowds at attractions
- -Weather may be less favourable
- -Some seasonal businesses may close
Month-by-Month Breakdown
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 6°C | -4°C | 5 | Off Season |
February | 7°C | -2°C | 11 | Off Season |
March | 14°C | 2°C | 9 | Shoulder Season |
April★ | 20°C | 8°C | 12 | Peak Season |
May★ | 23°C | 12°C | 13 | Peak Season |
June | 28°C | 18°C | 12 | Shoulder Season |
July | 30°C | 23°C | 22 | Off Season |
August | 31°C | 23°C | 18 | Off Season |
September | 28°C | 20°C | 16 | Shoulder Season |
October★ | 21°C | 12°C | 12 | Peak Season |
November | 14°C | 5°C | 8 | Shoulder Season |
December | 8°C | -1°C | 6 | Off Season |
Season Timeline
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Gwangju Food Tour: Street Food & Local Favourites
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Day Trip from Gwangju: Scenic Excursion
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Gwangju Cultural Experience: History & Traditions
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