Monthly climate guide
Gwangju weather in January
January in Gwangju is typically cold, with average daytime highs around 4°C (39°F) and night-time lows near -5°C (24°F). The month usually brings about 30 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than December and 2°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- Gwangju is usually about 3°C warmer than Daejeon, 140 km away, in January.
- Nights often drop below freezing (average low -5°C), so expect frost and icy mornings.
- January brings mid-winter to Gwangju.
- It's one of the drier months, with about 73% less rain than Gwangju's average.
January is typically Gwangju's coolest month.It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
4°C
39°F
Avg low
-5°C
24°F
Rainfall
30 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
79%
relative
Sky
74%
cloud · often cloudy
Gwangju weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C / 39°F | -5°C / 24°F | 30 mm | 79% | 74% |
| February | 6°C / 43°F | -3°C / 26°F | 42 mm | 76% | 71% |
| March | 12°C / 54°F | 0°C / 32°F | 72 mm | 75% | 65% |
| April | 18°C / 64°F | 5°C / 42°F | 118 mm | 75% | 68% |
| May | 23°C / 73°F | 11°C / 51°F | 98 mm | 76% | 67% |
| June | 26°C / 79°F | 16°C / 61°F | 145 mm | 81% | 77% |
| July | 29°C / 83°F | 21°C / 70°F | 249 mm | 87% | 79% |
| August | 29°C / 85°F | 22°C / 71°F | 244 mm | 85% | 71% |
| September | 25°C / 77°F | 16°C / 61°F | 155 mm | 83% | 65% |
| October | 20°C / 68°F | 9°C / 48°F | 89 mm | 80% | 58% |
| November | 14°C / 56°F | 3°C / 38°F | 64 mm | 80% | 66% |
| December | 6°C / 43°F | -3°C / 27°F | 40 mm | 80% | 74% |
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 Gwangju?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Gwangju →Other South Korea cities in January
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Gwangju in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Gwangju?
January is cool in Gwangju, with highs around 4°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Gwangju in January?
Average highs are about 4°C (39°F) and average lows about -5°C (24°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Gwangju in January?
Gwangju typically gets around 30 mm of rain in January — fairly dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Gwangju (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.