Sokcho weather and climate
Sokcho weather and climate
Day
20 °C
Night
11 °C
Sea
19 °C
Precipitation
84 mm
in month
Rainy days
7 days
in month
Daylight
11 hours
average
Sunshine
6 hours
average
Humidity
68 %
Day
20 °C
Night
11 °C
Sea
19 °C
Precipitation
84 mm
in month
Rainy days
7 days
in month
Daylight
11 hours
average
Sunshine
6 hours
average
Humidity
68 %
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Weather overview for Sokcho
Weather overview
Sokcho (South Korea) in general has a mild continental climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 4 °C (39 °F) in January to 27 °C (81 °F) in August. Sea temperatures are in the following range: 8 °C (46 °F) in February to 24 °C (75 °F) in August. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in August with 21 °C (69 °F), the lowest in January with -4 °C (24 °F). The least rainy month in Sokcho is December with its 4 days of rain, the rainiest month is August, when it rains 14 days.
January weather
The day temperature reaches its minimum, its value is 4 °C (39 °F) in Sokcho, while the sea temperature continues to descent, with its value of 9 °C (48 °F). The beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed in January. The dry season is close to its peak this month. The night temperature is on its minimum, the value of this measure is -4 °C (24 °F).
February weather
The beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed, the value of this measure is 6 °C (42 °F) in Sokcho, while the sea temperature is on its minimum in February. The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month. The night temperature starts to rise in February.
March weather
The sea temperature rise's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 8 °C (47 °F) in Sokcho, while the day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 10 °C (50 °F). The rise of the number of rainy days can be observed, the value of this measure is 7 days, while the rainfall amount rise's start could be observed, its value is 53 mm (2.11 in). The night temperature continues to rise. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise in March.
April weather
The sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 11 °C (51 °F) in Sokcho, and the day temperature continues to rise too, with its value being 17 °C (62 °F). The night temperature continues to rise, its value is 7 °C (44 °F). The rainfall amount continues to rise, with its value of 67 mm (2.63 in). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, the value of this measure is 7 hours. The maximum of the wind speed is observable in April.
May weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 21 °C (69 °F) in Sokcho, and the sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month too. The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 12 °C (53 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) is on its maximum, the value of this measure is 8 hours. The rise of the rainfall amount can be observed, the value of this measure is 89 mm (3.49 in).
June weather
The rise of the day temperature can be observed, its value is 23 °C (73 °F) in Sokcho, and the sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month as well, with its value of 18 °C (64 °F). The tourist season is at its beginning in June. The rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month, while the beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed in this month. The minimum of the wind speed can be noticed, its value is 2.
July weather
The tourist season continues in Sokcho. The rise of the day temperature can be observed, its value is 26 °C (79 °F), and the sea temperature continues to rise as well, with its value of 22 °C (71 °F). The wet season is at its beginning. The rise of the rainfall amount can be observed, with its value being 255 mm (10.06 in). The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed in July.
August weather
The maximum of the day temperature is observable, its value is 27 °C (81 °F) in Sokcho, and the sea temperature reaches its maximum too, the value of this measure is 24 °C (75 °F). The ongoing tourist season is noticeable. The number of rainy days reaches its maximum, its value is 14 days, and the rainfall amount reaches its maximum too in August. The wet season is taking place. The maximum of the night temperature can be noticed in August.
September weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in Sokcho. The day temperature starts to descent, its value is 24 °C (75 °F), and the sea temperature starts to descent as well, with its value of 22 °C (71 °F). The number of rainy days starts to descent, with its value being 10 days, and the beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed as well in September. The beginning of the descent of the night temperature could be noticed in this month.
October weather
The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 20 °C (67 °F) in Sokcho, and the descent of the sea temperature can be observed too, its value is 19 °C (66 °F). The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 7 days, and the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed too, with its value being 84 mm (3.31 in). The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 11 °C (51 °F). The tourist season is taking place in October.
November weather
The sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 15 °C (59 °F) in Sokcho, and the descent of the day temperature can be observed as well, its value is 13 °C (56 °F). The rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 74 mm (2.92 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descent's start could be observed, with its value being 6 hours. The descent of the night temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 5 °C (40 °F).
December weather
The descent of the sea temperature can be observed, with its value being 12 °C (53 °F) in Sokcho, and the day temperature continues to descent too, with its value of 7 °C (45 °F). The number of rainy days reaches its minimum, the value of this measure is 4 days, and the rainfall amount is on its minimum as well in December. The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, its value is -1 °C (30 °F). The minimum of the humidity is observable, with its value being 55 %.
FAQs
Is April part of the dry season in Sokcho?
No, April is not a dry month in Sokcho, expect rain approximately 7 days in a month.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in Sokcho in May?
In May in Sokcho, we can expect 7 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 1.7 days of the week, or in general - 24 % days.
What is the sea temperature in June in Sokcho?
In Sokcho in June expect the sea to be warm at 18 °C (64 °F). At this sea temperature, swimming probably won't be the best experience. You probably won't like to stay in water for a long time. On the other hand, there are a minority of people who seek these conditions.
What is the temperature in Sokcho during the day in July?
In Sokcho in July, the average daily temperatures will be 26 °C (79 °F). The ideal temperature for enjoying sunbathing by the water and a good temperature for other activities. For some people, it will be too hot in the direct sunlight and the stay may not be so pleasant. Don't forget to pack flip-flops, sunscreen, and a hand fan if necessary - it may come in handy.
Is it hot in Sokcho in August?
In Sokcho in August, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
Is there a wet season in September in Sokcho?
No, there is no wet season in September in Sokcho - you can expect 10 days of rain during the month.
Is October a good month to visit Sokcho?
There are good conditions for visiting in Sokcho in October. You can expect just 7 days of rain during the month, taking an umbrella is not necessary. There are some people, who may feel a slight chill at 20 °C (67 °F), but others will feel perfectly fine. A sea temperature of 19 °C (66 °F) can seem colder to some, but others will call it refreshing. The temperature of 11 °C (51 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.