Monthly climate guide
Sariwon weather in January
January in Sariwon is typically freezing, with average daytime highs around -1°C (31°F) and night-time lows near -10°C (15°F). The month usually brings about 11 mm of rain (very dry) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than December and 3°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- It's one of the drier months, with about 87% less rain than Sariwon's average.
- Sariwon is usually about 3°C warmer than Chongjin, 500 km away, in January.
- January brings mid-winter to Sariwon.
- Mornings start cold: the average low is -10°C, and frost is common.
January is typically Sariwon's coolest month.It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
-1°C
31°F
Avg low
-10°C
15°F
Rainfall
11 mm
very dry
Humidity
78%
relative
Sky
55%
cloud · often cloudy
Sariwon weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1°C / 31°F | -10°C / 15°F | 11 mm | 78% | 55% |
| February | 2°C / 36°F | -7°C / 19°F | 20 mm | 74% | 49% |
| March | 9°C / 49°F | -2°C / 28°F | 18 mm | 71% | 40% |
| April | 17°C / 62°F | 3°C / 38°F | 46 mm | 67% | 49% |
| May | 24°C / 75°F | 10°C / 50°F | 75 mm | 65% | 51% |
| June | 29°C / 83°F | 16°C / 61°F | 90 mm | 67% | 60% |
| July | 29°C / 85°F | 20°C / 69°F | 294 mm | 80% | 72% |
| August | 29°C / 85°F | 21°C / 70°F | 241 mm | 81% | 64% |
| September | 25°C / 76°F | 15°C / 59°F | 82 mm | 78% | 54% |
| October | 18°C / 65°F | 7°C / 45°F | 43 mm | 74% | 45% |
| November | 10°C / 50°F | 1°C / 33°F | 57 mm | 76% | 55% |
| December | 1°C / 34°F | -7°C / 19°F | 19 mm | 78% | 59% |
What to pack for January
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
Is January a good time to visit Sariwon?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Sariwon →Other North Korea cities in January
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Sariwon in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Sariwon?
January is cool in Sariwon, with highs around -1°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Sariwon in January?
Average highs are about -1°C (31°F) and average lows about -10°C (15°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Sariwon in January?
Sariwon typically gets around 11 mm of rain in January — very dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Sariwon (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.