May weather forecastSonbong, North Korea

May weather for Sonbong, North Korea: On the first day of May in Sonbong, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 19:17. Sonbong's May weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from a cool 10°C (50°F) in April to a refreshing 15°C (59°F).

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Weather in May

The transformation into Sonbong's warmer season becomes more evident in May. The pleasant weather conditions evident in this month are a stark contrast to the winter months. The temperatures now continue to rise, and the amount of daylight increases to peak at 14.6 hours a day. Coupled with this is another significant rise in rainfall. Though May sees an increase in precipitation with 71mm (2.8"), it does little to diminish the truly inviting conditions that pervade throughout the month.

Temperature

Sonbong's May weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from a cool 10°C (50°F) in April to a refreshing 15°C (59°F). During the May nights, an average temperature of 8°C (46.4°F) is observed.

Rainfall

In Sonbong, in May, 71mm (2.8") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sonbong, 763mm (30.04") of rain is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Sonbong, the average seawater temperature in May is 8.8°C (47.8°F).
Note: Immersing oneself in 8.8°C (47.8°F) at sub-10°C (14°F) temperatures is a recipe for harsh cold shock and quickened breathing unless adequately equipped.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Sonbong is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of May in Sonbong, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:44 and sunset at 19:47 KST.

Updated: Jan 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in May, in Sonbong, is 15°C (59°F), while the low-temperature averages to 8°C (46.4°F).

During May, Sonbong regularly aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.

In May, the average sea temperature in Sonbong, North Korea, is 8.8°C (47.8°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

In May, the average day length is 14h and 35min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of the month, in Sonbong, sunrise is at 04:44 and sunset at 19:47 KST.

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Average temperature in May
Sonbong, North Korea

Average high temperature in May: 15°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-4°C).

Average low temperature in May: 8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (18°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11°C).

Average rainfall in May
Sonbong, North Korea

Average rainfall in May: 71mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (201mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (5mm).

Average sea temperature in May
Sonbong, North Korea

Average sea temperature in May: 8.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (21.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (1.8°C).

Average daylight in May
Sonbong, North Korea

Average daylight in May: 14h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).