AI-generatedPohang at a glance
- Best time
- Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov
- Warmest month
- Aug · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 25.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,310 h
- Rain a year
- 1,096 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+9
- Elevation
- 5 m
Climate in Pohang
Pohang has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while January is the coolest at 7 °C. With around 2,310 hours of sunshine a year, Pohang is sunny; May is the sunniest month with 7.4 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Pohang
The best time to visit Pohang is from April to June and from September to November. In September and October, though, the typhoon season is at its peak: check the forecast before you go. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go in September. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from April to June and from September to November. Rain is frequent from July to August; the wettest month is July with 196 mm.
Pohang through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Pohang in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 14–24 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days in all
Pohang in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 26–30 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 5.8 h of sun a day
- 37 rainy days in all
Pohang in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 16–26 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days in all
Pohang in winter
Dec – Feb
Fair
- 7–9 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jul – Aug
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: May, October
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: April – June, September – November
October is the peak of the typhoon season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
Keep in mindStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 16°
- Midday, 13:00: about 21°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 21°
- Evening, 20:00: about 17°
- Night, 23:00: about 16°
06:2817:48
Cool evenings: pack a jumper or a jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:12–07:03 · evening 17:14–18:04
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:02–06:12 · evening 18:04–18:14
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Pohang compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 24° at the start of the month to 19° at the end. The sea cools from 23° to 20°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 24° | 19° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 10° |
| Sea | 23° | 20° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.8 h |
What is the weather like in Pohang in October?
In October, Pohang is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 21.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 69 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Pohang.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 20 min06:28 – 17:48
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 1 daydew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 15 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 50 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snow
- Time zone
- UTC+9offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %57 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %86 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
Compare two months in Pohang
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
October and April bring similar holiday weather to Pohang (score 87 and 87). In April, days are 3 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 7 °C cooler in April. April has one more rainy day. The sun shines an hour longer a day in April.
| Month | October | April |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 87 | 87 |
| Daytime high | 22° | 19° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 10° |
| Sea | 21.6° | 14.4° |
| Sunshine | 6.4 h | 7.3 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 6better | 7 |
| Rainfall | 69 mm | 72 mm |
| Muggy days | 1 | 0better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Pohang month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
41January7° · Sea 14° · 6.2 h
In January, Pohang is cold: daytime highs average 7 °C, and nights often drop below freezing (−1 °C). The sea averages 13.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 26 mm in total. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Pohang.
Pohang in January46February9° · Sea 12° · 6.6 h
In February, Pohang is cold: daytime highs average 9 °C, and nights cool down to about 0 °C. The sea averages 12.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 32 mm in total. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Pohang.
Pohang in February63March14° · Sea 13° · 6.6 h
In March, Pohang is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 12.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 62 mm. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Pohang.
Pohang in March87April19° · Sea 14° · 7.3 h
In April, Pohang is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 14.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 72 mm. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Pohang.
Pohang in April87May24° · Sea 16° · 7.4 h
In May, Pohang is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 16.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 88 mm. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Pohang.
Pohang in May80June26° · Sea 20° · 6.3 h
In June, Pohang is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 19.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 126 mm in total. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Pohang.
Pohang in June53July29° · Sea 22° · 5.4 h
In July, Pohang is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 22.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 196 mm in total. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Pohang.
Pohang in July51August30° · Sea 25° · 5.8 h
In August, Pohang is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 25.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 190 mm. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Pohang.
Pohang in August74September26° · Sea 24° · 5.4 h
In September, Pohang is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 24.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 169 mm in total. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Pohang.
Pohang in September87October22° · Sea 22° · 6.4 h
In October, Pohang is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 21.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 69 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Pohang.
Pohang in October77November16° · Sea 19° · 6.2 h
In November, Pohang is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 18.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 41 mm. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Pohang.
Pohang in November46December9° · Sea 16° · 6.2 h
In December, Pohang is cold: daytime highs average 9 °C, and nights cool down to about 1 °C. The sea averages 16.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 23 mm in total. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Pohang.
Pohang in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Pohang
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Frost below 0°
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
CoolOctober: nights around 13°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening. Muggy on about 1 day (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (−1°), the warmest in August (24°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from May to June and in September. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from November to March, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 83 days a year, mostly from July to August.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 41 | 7° | −1° | 13.6° | 6.2 h | 4 | 26 |
| FebruaryFeb | 46 | 9° | 0° | 12.4° | 6.6 h | 5 | 32 |
| MarchMar | 63 | 14° | 4° | 12.9° | 6.6 h | 7 | 62 |
| AprilApr | 87 | 19° | 10° | 14.4° | 7.3 h | 7 | 72 |
| MayMay | 87 | 24° | 15° | 16.3° | 7.4 h | 8 | 88 |
| JuneJun | 80 | 26° | 19° | 19.6° | 6.3 h | 9 | 126 |
| JulyJul | 53 | 29° | 23° | 22.2° | 5.4 h | 14 | 196 |
| AugustAug | 51 | 30° | 24° | 25.2° | 5.8 h | 14 | 190 |
| SeptemberSep | 74 | 26° | 19° | 24.0° | 5.4 h | 11 | 169 |
| OctoberOct | 87 | 22° | 13° | 21.6° | 6.4 h | 6 | 69 |
| NovemberNov | 77 | 16° | 7° | 18.7° | 6.2 h | 5 | 41 |
| DecemberDec | 46 | 9° | 1° | 16.0° | 6.2 h | 3 | 23 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Pohang
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 20.1 – 22.7 °C
Swimming season: Jul – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Pohang ranges from 12.4 °C in February to 25.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to October.
From November to February the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 24.0 and 26.6 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 13.6° | 12.6° | 14.6° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 12.4° | 11.3° | 13.7° | cold |
| MarchMar | 12.9° | 11.8° | 14.1° | cold |
| AprilApr | 14.4° | 13.1° | 15.6° | cold |
| MayMay | 16.3° | 15.1° | 17.4° | cold |
| JuneJun | 19.6° | 18.4° | 20.4° | fresh |
| JulyJul | 22.2° | 21.1° | 23.5° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 25.2° | 24.0° | 26.6° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 24.0° | 23.1° | 24.7° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 21.6° | 20.1° | 22.7° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 18.7° | 17.5° | 19.7° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.0° | 15.0° | 16.9° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Pohang
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 6.4 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Pohang, 57 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 1 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Pohang: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Pohang has about 6 rainy days with 69 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Pohang
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 5 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 10).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 25 min
- Fair skin
- about 35 min
- Light brown skin
- about 45 min
- Olive skin
- about 60 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Pohang
How breezy and how cloudy Pohang is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Pohang typically peaks at 15 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Jan.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 50 % of the sky over Pohang: variable cloud, with about 6.4 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Pohang
How often the day gets hot in Pohang (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Pohang has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 22 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Pohang
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Pohang in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Pohang has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 87) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 44).
- 80
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
- 86
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 52
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 5.7 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 87
October half-term
Oct
ExcellentBest holidays
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 44
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Fair
- 8 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 11 h 30 min
- Distance
- 9,130 km
- Time zone
- UTC+9
- Jet lag
- About 8 days (8 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Storm season
Pohang lies in an area that Pacific typhoons can reach. The typhoon season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June: Season
- July: Season
- August: Peak
- September: Peak
- October: Peak
- November: Season
- December
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Pohang vs Gyeongju
In October the holiday weather in Pohang and Gyeongju is about equally good (score 87 vs 85). During the day it is about as warm in Gyeongju as in Pohang.
| in October | Pohang | Gyeongju |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 87 | 85 |
| Daytime high | 22° | 22° |
| Sea | 22° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 6 | 6 |
| Best time | Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov | Apr – May, Oct – Nov |
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Frequently asked questions about Pohang
When is the best time to visit Pohang?
The best time to visit Pohang is from April to June and from September to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Pohang?
The sea temperature in Pohang ranges from 12.4 °C in February to 25.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to October.
Can you swim in Pohang in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 21.6 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Pohang?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 24 °C. January is the coolest month at 7 °C.
When does it rain most in Pohang?
Rain is frequent from July to August; the wettest month is July with 196 mm. The driest month is December with 23 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Pohang get?
Pohang gets around 2,310 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is May with 7.4 hours a day; in July there are 5.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Pohang in?
Pohang is on UTC+9 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Pohang?
A nonstop flight from London to Pohang takes about 11 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,130 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is typhoon season in Pohang?
Pohang lies in an area that Pacific typhoons can reach. The typhoon season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Pohang?
Pohang has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 87) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 44). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 80, May half-term 86, summer holidays 52, October half-term 87, Christmas holidays 44.