South Korea in january: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in South Korea in january 2025
Below, find the the weather forecast for january for most popular cities in South Korea. These forecasts are statistics for january from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in january in Seoul
very bad weather 90cm
Weather at 6am
25°F
Clear/Sunny
52% of time
21%
13%
10%
Weather at 12pm
32°F
Clear/Sunny
52% of time
20%
16%
10%
Weather at 6pm
31°F
Clear/Sunny
52% of time
22%
12%
10%
Weather at 3am
27°F
47%
20%
20%
9%
Where to go in South Korea in january?
Where to go in South Korea in january: destination map
Where to go in each region in january?
| Central of South Korea (Cheongju, Koesan...) | 34°F to 36°F | 2 days | very bad weather | |
| East of South Korea (Daegu, Pohang, Andong...) | 34°F to 47°F | 1 à 9 days | 54°F to 58°F | very bad weather |
| North West of South Korea (Seoul, Incheon, Anseong...) | 31°F to 36°F | 1 à 2 days | 41°F | very bad weather |
| Northeast of South Korea (Sokcho, Gangneung, Chuncheon...) | 31°F to 36°F | 1 à 3 days | 50°F to 52°F | very bad weather |
| South of South Korea (Busan, Jeju Island (Jejudo), Gwangju...) | 41°F to 49°F | 1 à 5 days | 50°F to 61°F | very bad weather |
| West of South Korea (Daejeon, Jeonju, Seosan...) | 36°F to 40°F | 1 à 3 days | 47°F | very bad weather |
Where should you go in South Korea in january when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in South Korea in january is very bad across the board.
The month of january is one of the worst month for spending holidays in South Korea. The climate in Taejon, Chuncheon, Gyeongju, Jeju Island (Jejudo), Daegu, Ulleungdo Island, Yeosu, Namiseom (Nami Island), Gangneung, Incheon, Tongyeong, Gwangju, Daejeon, Namhae, Seoul, Busan, Ulsan, Sokcho, Uljin and Pusan and everywhere in the country is ver bad. It's cold, the sun is not there all the time and you take the risk of being you soak in the rain very frequently wherever you go.
Climate in South Korea in january
Climate in Seoul in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 34°F and minimum temperature is 25°F (for an average temperature of 31°F). The climate is quite more than very fresh in this location in this month. Do not forget to cover yourself! With 1in over 1 days, rain may be scarce during your vacations.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 31°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 34°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 25°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (3%) | ||
| Humidity | 68% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 8 | ||
| Cloud cover | 33% | ||
| Length of day | 09:52 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Busan in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 45°F and minimum temperature is 36°F (for an average temperature of 41°F). The climate is quite more than very fresh in this city in the month of january. Bring warm clothes! With about 1.1in over 2 days, it rains very little throughout your trip.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 41°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 45°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 36°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 59°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 2 day(s) (6%) | ||
| Humidity | 68% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 8 | ||
| Cloud cover | 26% | ||
| Length of day | 10:03 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Jeju Island (Jejudo) in january
In january, maximum temperature is 47°F and minimum temperature is 41°F (for an average temperature of 43°F). The climate is rather more than very fresh in this city in january. Do not forget to take with you warm clothes! With 3.9in over 5 days, rain may occur for your stay. But this is reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 43°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 47°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 41°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 59°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.9in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 5 day(s) (16%) | ||
| Humidity | 76% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 7 | ||
| Cloud cover | 57% | ||
| Length of day | 10:11 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Andong in january
In january, maximum temperature is 34°F and minimum temperature is 20°F (for an average temperature of 27°F). The climate is rather more than very fresh around this city in this month. Plan to cover you well! With just 1in over 2 days, it rains very little for your holidays.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 27°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 34°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 20°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 2 day(s) (5%) | ||
| Humidity | 72% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 8 | ||
| Cloud cover | 28% | ||
| Length of day | 09:56 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Anseong in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 36°F and minimum temperature is 25°F (for an average temperature of 31°F). The climate is rather cold in this location in january. Do not forget to take with you warm clothes! With 1.3in over 2 days, the rain will not be a problem during your stay.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 31°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 36°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 25°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 2 day(s) (5%) | ||
| Humidity | 73% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 7 | ||
| Cloud cover | 41% | ||
| Length of day | 09:54 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
All cities in South Korea in january
| Seoul in january | very bad weather |
| Busan in january | very bad weather |
| Jeju Island (Jejudo) in january | very bad weather |
| Andong in january | very bad weather |
| Anseong in january | very bad weather |
| Cheongju in january | very bad weather |
| Chuncheon in january | very bad weather |
| Daegu in january | very bad weather |
| Daejeon in january | very bad weather |
| Gangneung in january | very bad weather |
| Gwangju in january | very bad weather |
| Incheon in january | very bad weather |
| Jeonju in january | very bad weather |
| Koesan in january | very bad weather |
| Pohang in january | very bad weather |
| Seosan in january | very bad weather |
| Sokcho in january | very bad weather |
| Gyeongju in january | very bad weather |
| Ulleungdo Island in january | very bad weather |
| Namhae in january | very bad weather |
| Namiseom (Nami Island) in january | very bad weather |
Weather data for South Korea in january:
Weather data for South Korea in january is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in South Korea. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in South Korea can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to South Korea.