Mild
Average highs are around 20°C, so days are mild rather than hot.
May verdict
North Korea in May
Weather score43Mixed
Mixed for holiday weather
Average highs are around 20°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 7.8h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 66mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
May weather
Monthly averages
Temp
20°C
Rain
66mm
Sun
7.8h
Sea
9°C
Weather score
43
Mixed
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Drier
Rainfall averages 66mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
Some sun
Sunshine averages 7.8h per day, enough for a balanced month.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 9°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare North Korea with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
May20°C average high
May sits in the warmer part of the year, so midday sightseeing can feel heavier than in cooler months.
Warmest monthsMay to September
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
May66mm average rain
May sits on the drier side of North Korea's year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.
Driest monthsJanuary to May and October to December
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
May7.8 hours average sun
May is one of North Korea's sunniest months, with some of the strongest bright-day conditions in the yearly averages.
Brightest monthsApril to May
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
May9°C average sea
May is close to North Korea's yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming comfort is fairly typical.
Warmest seaJuly to September
Sea temperatures are usually near 17°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
May43 weather score
May sits close to North Korea's yearly weather-score average, giving a typical overall read on the month.
Best weather monthsJune to September
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.