Weather in January
January greets
Hwaseong,
South Korea, with the chilliest sea temperature averaging the lowest at 5°C (41°F). The shorter days of winter offer a sunlight duration average of 9.9 hours, which is the lowest annual daylight measure. Even though the days are relatively short, clear skies often make for impressive winter landscapes. Despite being the coldest month, January offers the simplicity and serenity of a winter wonderland. Venturing outdoors in this noticeable winter weather calls for proper thermal clothing.
Sea temperature
In Hwaseong, the average seawater temperature in January is 5°C (41°F).
Note: Entering waters of 5°C (41°F) is life-endangering. A mere moment in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels piercing cold, and below 10°C (50°F) it can lead to immediate cold shock and cessation of breathing control, depending on body resilience.
Daylight
In Hwaseong, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 17:25. On the last day of January, in Hwaseong, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 17:55 KST.