Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Gangneung, South Korea, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 23°C (75°F). Highs can soar to 31°C (88°F), while lows may dip to 17°C (62°F). Typically, the humidity level in Gangneung throughout August hovers around 91%.
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In August, Gangneung averages 246 mm (9.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 20 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 33 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 36 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 19% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in Gangneung reaches a maximum of 12, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||