Weather in Korea Selatan in Januari
Country-wide climate normals across 31 cities in Korea Selatan.
How Hot Is Korea Selatan in Januari?
Korea Selatan's small footprint means the cold is consistent: January averages 4°C, with Seoul representative.
Sunshine in Korea Selatan in Januari
Korea Selatan's January brings mixed skies — Seoul averages 4.2h of sun, with similar conditions nationwide. Cloudy periods alternate with sunny stretches, and the sun is up between 7:45 am and 5:40 pm. Plan for variability rather than guaranteed sunshine.
Does It Rain In Korea Selatan In Januari?
Korea Selatan's January is mostly dry: 30mm of rainfall in Seoul across 4 days, with the arid regions of the country seeing even less. Showers are brief and infrequent, and the country as a whole leans dry. Pack light rain gear for the occasional shower but expect mostly clear days.
Is Korea Selatan Humid In Januari?
Korea Selatan sees comfortable humidity in January: about 59% in Seoul, with similar conditions across most regions. The air feels balanced — neither dry nor sticky — making outdoor activity pleasant throughout the day. Coastal and inland cities track within a few percentage points of each other.
Wind In Korea Selatan In Januari
Light breezes are typical across Korea Selatan in January: 17 kph in Seoul, with similar gentle wind conditions in most regions. The air moves enough to keep things fresh on warm days but not enough to be disruptive. Coastal cities may see slightly more.
Does It Snow In Korea Selatan In Januari?
Korea Selatan sees occasional dustings in January: Seoul averages 0.6 snow days, and higher-elevation cities see noticeably more. The snow is typically light and short-lived, with most of the country still seeing more rain than snow.
Cloud Cover In Korea Selatan In Januari
Korea Selatan sees mostly cloudy weather through January: Seoul averages 53% cloud cover, and the pattern repeats across the country. Bright sun is uncommon; expect a grey, soft-lit feel to most days.