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Weather & Climate in Seogwipo, South Korea
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Seogwipo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 201 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 74.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 226 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 57.7°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 201 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 226 ft (69 m) |
| Area | 336.2 sq mi (870.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 531/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.2533°N, 126.5618°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Seoul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1 earthquake (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| May 31, 2008 | 108 km WNW of Gaigeturi, South Korea | M3.8 | 137 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
43 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2022 | Hinnamnor | Category 3 | 92 mph | 69 km |
| 2020 | Bavi | Category 3 | 98 mph | 205 km |
| 2020 | Haishen | Category 2 | 98 mph | 238 km |
| 2020 | Maysak | Category 2 | 98 mph | 125 km |
| 2019 | Lingling | Category 3 | 86 mph | 157 km |
| 2018 | Soulik | Category 2 | 98 mph | 100 km |
| 2018 | Kong-rey | Category 1 | 75 mph | 51 km |
| 2018 | Prapiroon | Category 1 | 75 mph | 195 km |
| 2016 | Chaba | Category 2 | 92 mph | 62 km |
| 2014 | Neoguri | Category 1 | 75 mph | 180 km |
| 2013 | Danas | Category 2 | 81 mph | 115 km |
| 2012 | Sanba | Category 3 | 104 mph | 126 km |
| 2012 | Bolaven | Category 1 | 75 mph | 130 km |
| 2012 | Damrey | Category 1 | 75 mph | 148 km |
| 2010 | Kompasu | Category 3 | 81 mph | 182 km |
| 2007 | Nari | Category 2 | 92 mph | 28 km |
| 2006 | Shanshan | Category 2 | 98 mph | 268 km |
| 2004 | Songda | Category 2 | 86 mph | 250 km |
| 2004 | Megi | Category 1 | 75 mph | 117 km |
| 2003 | Maemi | Category 4 | 109 mph | 79 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Halla (12 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Halla | Shield | 1,919 m (6,296 ft) | 1007 | 12 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 6.6 in | |
| May | 62°F (16°C) | 7.8 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 10.9 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 12.0 in | Wettest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 10.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 7.4 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 53°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
Seogwipo has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 40°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 74.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.0") and December the driest (2.0").