May Weather in Pohang

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Pohang, South Korea, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 18°C (66°F). Highs can soar to 30°C (87°F), while lows may dip to 8°C (46°F). Typically, the humidity level in Pohang throughout May hovers around 83%.

8°C (46°F)

Minimum temperature

18°C (66°F)

Average temperature

30°C (87°F)

Maximum temperature

83%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Pohang averages 72 mm (2.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 7 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 4 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 58 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 39% probability of sunny days during this period.

72 mm (2.8 inches)

Precipitation

7 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 58 minutes

Sunshine hours

39%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Pohang reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  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
UVI 1 3 5 7 9 10 9 8 6 4 2 1 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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