January weather forecast
Sokcho, South Korea

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Weather in January

January marks the beginning of the year in Sokcho, South Korea, with cold conditions. Temperature reaches a high of only 3.8°C (38.8°F) and tends to drop below freezing to -4.1°C (24.6°F), making it the coldest month. Comparatively, January is drier, with less rainfall compared to the upcoming months, contributing to the crisp winter weather. People can enjoy longer hours of sunshine, providing a bit of respite from the low temperatures. As January transitions into February, an increase in both temperature and humidity can be expected.

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 3.8°C (38.8°F) and lows of -4.1°C (24.6°F), January is the coldest month in Sokcho.

Humidity

In Sokcho, the average relative humidity in January is 50.8%.

Rainfall

In Sokcho, in January, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 44mm (1.73") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 111.1 rainfall days, and 1402mm (55.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Sokcho, the average seawater temperature in January is 9.8°C (49.6°F).
Note: Navigating the 9.8°C (49.6°F) at 13°C (55.4°F) is no joy, and temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) can threaten breathing and cause a chilling shock, gauging personal stamina.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:42 and sunset at 17:15. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 17:45 KST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Sokcho?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 3.8°C (38.8°F) and a low of -4.1°C (24.6°F), is the coldest month in Sokcho, South Korea.

How cold is it in Sokcho in January?

The high-temperature in Sokcho during January is 3.8°C (38.8°F) and the low-temperature is -4.1°C (24.6°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Sokcho?

In January, the average relative humidity is 50.8%.

How much does it rain in Sokcho in January?

In Sokcho, South Korea, in January, during 5.8 rainfall days, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in January in Sokcho?

In Sokcho, South Korea, the average seawater temperature in January is 9.8°C (49.6°F). Swimming in 9.8°C (49.6°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in January in Sokcho?

In January, the average day length in Sokcho is 9h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Sokcho?

On the first day of January in Sokcho, sunrise is at 07:42 and sunset at 17:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 17:45 KST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sokcho have in January?

In Sokcho, South Korea, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sokcho?

The months with the lowest UV index in Sokcho, South Korea, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Sokcho?

In Sokcho, South Korea, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Sokcho, South Korea

Average temperature in January - Sokcho, South Korea
  • Average high temperature in January: 3.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -4.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-4.1°C).

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Average humidity in January
Sokcho, South Korea

Average humidity in January - Sokcho, South Korea
  • Average humidity in January: 50.8%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82.6%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (49.5%).

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Average rainfall in January
Sokcho, South Korea

Average rainfall in January - Sokcho, South Korea
  • Average rainfall in January: 44.3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (293mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (38.2mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Sokcho, South Korea

Average rainfall days in January - Sokcho, South Korea
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Sokcho, South Korea

Average sea temperature in January - Sokcho, South Korea
  • Average sea temperature in January: 9.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (7.5°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Sokcho, South Korea

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sokcho, South Korea
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average UV index in January
Sokcho, South Korea

Average UV index in January - Sokcho, South Korea
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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Sokcho, South Korea

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