The month in detail
What to expect in January
Off-season for skiing Yongpyong — lifts are closed. Consider hiking, mountain biking or summer activities at altitude.
January ranks 8 out of 12 months in Yongpyong. Compared to December: −2°C daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
3 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
-11°
Daylight
9.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 29
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Yongpyong is June (7.6/10), 3.4 pts higher than January.
Context
Our verdict
Yongpyong, South Korean ski resort in Gangwon province 200 km east of Seoul: 5000 permanent inhabitants (15,000 in ski season).
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a mountain stay.
Country · South Korea
🗣️LanguageKorean
💶CurrencySouth Korean Won (₩)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeAlpine mountain climate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 25°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · -2°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘAugust · 66%
🏔️ Mountain stay
⛰️Village altitude772 m
🎿Ski area772 → 1458 m
⛷️Ski seasonDec → May
🥾Hiking seasonJun → Sep
🧗High mountains ⓘGuide recommended
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Location
Where is Yongpyong ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
South KoreaAlpine mountain climate climate with a 7.6 → 4.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
37.68°N · 128.66°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Yongpyong?
It depends on the activity. For skiing: February (ski score 8.1/10). For hiking/summer: February (8.1/10, 1.0°C).
Can you ski in Yongpyong in winter?
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 7.9/10. Cold temperatures (-2°C max in January) and frequent snowfall.
Is it warm in Yongpyong in summer?
In February, temperatures average 1.0°C. Best period for hiking and outdoor activities.
What is the wettest month in Yongpyong?
August is the wettest month with August has the lowest climate score of the year.
Do you need sun protection in Yongpyong in January?
The average UV index reaches 3 in January in Yongpyong (low), with about 9.7h of daylight. No protection needed.