AI-generatedTongyeong at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Oct
- Warmest month
- Aug · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 26.3°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,300 h
- Rain a year
- 1,326 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+9
- Elevation
- 28 m
Climate in Tongyeong
Tongyeong 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 8 °C. With around 2,300 hours of sunshine a year, Tongyeong is sunny; May is the sunniest month with 7.1 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Tongyeong
The best time to visit Tongyeong is from June to October. In August, 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. The wettest month is July with 230 mm of precipitation.
Tongyeong through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Tongyeong in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 14–22 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days in all
Tongyeong in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 25–30 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 36 rainy days in all
Tongyeong in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 16–27 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days in all
Tongyeong in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 8–10 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 6.5 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
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Your best months: August – September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: June – October
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 22°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 22°
- Evening, 20:00: about 18°
- Night, 23:00: about 16°
06:3117:53
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:15–07:05 · evening 17:19–18:09
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:05–06:15 · evening 18:09–18:18
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 Tongyeong compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 25° at the start of the month to 19° at the end. The sea cools from 23° to 20°. The days get 1.0 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 25° | 19° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 11° |
| Sea | 23° | 20° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.9 h |
What is the weather like in Tongyeong in October?
In October, Tongyeong is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 21.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 75 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Tongyeong.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 22 min06:31 – 17:53
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 3 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 19 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 45 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+9offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %58 %
- Seaweight 25 %66 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %63 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %92 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
Compare two months in Tongyeong
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
September has the better holiday weather in Tongyeong: score 80 against 68. In September, days are 4 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 3 °C warmer in September. September has 5 more rainy days. The sun shines an hour less a day in September.
| Month | October | September |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 68 | 80better |
| Daytime high | 23° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 14° | 20° |
| Sea | 21.6° | 24.7° |
| Sunshine | 6.8 hbetter | 5.7 h |
| Rainy days | 5better | 10 |
| Rainfall | 75 mmbetter | 174 mm |
| Muggy days | 3better | 18 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Tongyeong month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
31January8° · Sea 14° · 6.3 h
In January, Tongyeong is cold: daytime highs average 8 °C, and nights often drop below freezing (−1 °C). The sea averages 13.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 30 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Tongyeong.
Tongyeong in January31February10° · Sea 13° · 6.7 h
In February, Tongyeong is cold: daytime highs average 10 °C, and nights cool down to about 1 °C. The sea averages 12.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 44 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Tongyeong.
Tongyeong in February27March14° · Sea 13° · 6.5 h
In March, Tongyeong is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 12.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 83 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Tongyeong.
Tongyeong in March27April18° · Sea 14° · 7.0 h
In April, Tongyeong is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 13.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 117 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Tongyeong.
Tongyeong in April47May22° · Sea 16° · 7.1 h
In May, Tongyeong is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 124 mm. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Tongyeong.
Tongyeong in May67June25° · Sea 20° · 5.8 h
In June, Tongyeong is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 19.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 177 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Tongyeong.
Tongyeong in June71July28° · Sea 23° · 5.0 h
In July, Tongyeong is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 23.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 230 mm in total. On about 5 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Tongyeong.
Tongyeong in July77August30° · Sea 26° · 6.0 h
In August, Tongyeong is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 188 mm in total. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Tongyeong.
Tongyeong in August80September27° · Sea 25° · 5.7 h
In September, Tongyeong is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 24.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 174 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Tongyeong.
Tongyeong in September68October23° · Sea 22° · 6.8 h
In October, Tongyeong is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 21.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 75 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Tongyeong.
Tongyeong in October34November16° · Sea 18° · 6.3 h
In November, Tongyeong is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 18.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 53 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Tongyeong.
Tongyeong in November31December10° · Sea 16° · 6.4 h
In December, Tongyeong is cool: daytime highs average 10 °C, and nights cool down to about 2 °C. The sea averages 15.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 28 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Tongyeong.
Tongyeong in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Tongyeong
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 14°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening. Muggy on about 3 days (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 September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in June. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to March, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 97 days a year, mostly from June to September.
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 | 31 | 8° | −1° | 13.5° | 6.3 h | 4 | 30 |
| FebruaryFeb | 31 | 10° | 1° | 12.6° | 6.7 h | 5 | 44 |
| MarchMar | 27 | 14° | 5° | 12.9° | 6.5 h | 7 | 83 |
| AprilApr | 27 | 18° | 9° | 13.9° | 7.0 h | 8 | 117 |
| MayMay | 47 | 22° | 14° | 16.3° | 7.1 h | 8 | 124 |
| JuneJun | 67 | 25° | 18° | 19.9° | 5.8 h | 9 | 177 |
| JulyJul | 71 | 28° | 22° | 23.3° | 5.0 h | 14 | 230 |
| AugustAug | 77 | 30° | 24° | 26.3° | 6.0 h | 13 | 188 |
| SeptemberSep | 80 | 27° | 20° | 24.7° | 5.7 h | 10 | 174 |
| OctoberOct | 68 | 23° | 14° | 21.6° | 6.8 h | 5 | 75 |
| NovemberNov | 34 | 16° | 8° | 18.3° | 6.3 h | 5 | 53 |
| DecemberDec | 31 | 10° | 2° | 15.5° | 6.4 h | 4 | 28 |
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
Sea temperature in Tongyeong
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 20.6 – 22.5 °C
Swimming season: Jul – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Tongyeong ranges from 12.6 °C in February to 26.3 °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 24.7 and 27.7 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 13.5° | 12.4° | 14.9° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 12.6° | 11.7° | 13.6° | cold |
| MarchMar | 12.9° | 12.1° | 13.6° | cold |
| AprilApr | 13.9° | 12.9° | 14.9° | cold |
| MayMay | 16.3° | 15.3° | 17.0° | cold |
| JuneJun | 19.9° | 19.1° | 20.6° | fresh |
| JulyJul | 23.3° | 22.0° | 24.7° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 26.3° | 24.7° | 27.7° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 24.7° | 23.8° | 25.6° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 21.6° | 20.6° | 22.5° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 18.3° | 17.6° | 19.4° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 15.5° | 14.3° | 17.2° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Tongyeong
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 6.8 of 11.4 hours of daylight in Tongyeong, 60 % 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
Rain in Tongyeong: 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, Tongyeong has about 5 rainy days with 75 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Tongyeong
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 11).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 25 min
- Fair skin
- about 30 min
- Light brown skin
- about 45 min
- Olive skin
- about 55 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 & clouds
Wind and clouds in Tongyeong
How breezy and how cloudy Tongyeong 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 Tongyeong typically peaks at 19 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: all year except Oct.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 45 % of the sky over Tongyeong: mostly sunny, with about 6.8 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 & humidity
Heat and humidity in Tongyeong
How often the day gets hot in Tongyeong (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, Tongyeong has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 23 °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 Tongyeong
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Tongyeong 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.
Tongyeong has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 75) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 27).
- 27
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
- 51
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 75
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
GoodBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 5.7 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 68
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 31
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 9 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 6.4 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 35 min
- Distance
- 9,200 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.
Good to know: South Korea
- Currency
- South Korean Won (KRW)
- Language
- Korean
- Sockets
- Type C, F · 220 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +82
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
Storm season
Tongyeong 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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Tongyeong vs Geoje
In October the holiday weather in Tongyeong and Geoje is about equally good (score 68 vs 67). During the day Geoje is 1 °C cooler than Tongyeong. The sea is about equally warm. Geoje gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Tongyeong | Geoje |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 68 | 67 |
| Daytime high | 23° | 22° |
| Sea | 22° | 22° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 5 | 5 |
| Best time | Jun – Oct | Jun – Oct |
Through the year
Best places in the country
South Korea in October: the best places
In October, Tongyeong ranks 29 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 5Changwon22°22°90
- 6Busan23°22°90
- 7Daegu22°90
- 8Gwangju22°90
- 29TongyeongThis page23°22°68
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Frequently asked questions about Tongyeong
When is the best time to visit Tongyeong?
The best time to visit Tongyeong is from June to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Tongyeong?
The sea temperature in Tongyeong ranges from 12.6 °C in February to 26.3 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to October.
Can you swim in Tongyeong in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 21.6 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Tongyeong?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 24 °C. January is the coolest month at 8 °C.
When does it rain most in Tongyeong?
The wettest month is July with 230 mm of precipitation. The driest month is December with 28 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Tongyeong get?
Tongyeong gets around 2,300 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is May with 7.1 hours a day; in July there are 5.0 hours a day.
What time zone is Tongyeong in?
Tongyeong is on UTC+9 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Tongyeong?
A nonstop flight from London to Tongyeong takes about 11 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,200 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is typhoon season in Tongyeong?
Tongyeong 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 Tongyeong?
Tongyeong has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 75) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 27). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 27, May half-term 51, summer holidays 75, October half-term 68, Christmas holidays 31.