The month in detail
What to expect in January
Winter in Jeju is cool (46°F during the day). Days are short (4.0h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. Expect rain on 29% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
January ranks 11 out of 12 months in Jeju. Compared to December: −4°F daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
3 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
1°
Sea
17°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
10.0h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 35
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Jeju is May (7.9/10), 3.9 pts higher than January.
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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 beach trip.
Country · South Korea
🗣️LanguageKorean
💶CurrencySouth Korean Won (₩)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 86°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 46°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘSeptember · 46%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Other destinations in January
If January doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Jeju ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
South KoreaTemperate oceanic climate with a 7.9 → 4.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
33.50°N · 126.53°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Jeju?
May is the best month with 72°F highs, 59°F lows, 6.9h of sunshine and 26.0% rainy days. The months of May & June offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Jeju get in May?
Jeju averages 6.9 sunshine hours per day in May. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.4/10.
What is the rainiest month in Jeju?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Jeju in May?
In May, overnight lows reach 59°F, while afternoon highs average 72°F.
Is Jeju good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Jeju scores 4.0/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains May with a score of 7.4/10.
When should you avoid Jeju?
January is the most difficult month to visit Jeju, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Jeju in January?
In January, the sea averages 62°F in Jeju: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Jeju in January?
The average UV index reaches 3 in January in Jeju (moderate), with about 10.0h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.