Weather in North Korea is pleasant and makes for favorable conditions for traveling in and around the land. The climate of North Korea can be defined as temperate with distinct seasonal changes. Located between 38 and 43 north latitude, North Korea has a continental climate with four distinct seasons and rainfall concentrated in summer. Winters are long and generally have clear weather but, at times during winter, Weather in North Korea can be bitterly cold with occasional snow storms -- a result of the northern and northwestern winds that blow from Siberia.
During the early spring, Weather in North Korea remains sunny but chilly. June to August is the summer and the weather is warm in the day with occasional rains at night. The temperature and Weather in North Korea varies with marked features between day and night during autumn. Winter prevails during December to February and this season is characterized by clear sky and, although not much snow, biting cold. Spring and autumn are transitional seasons characterized by mild temperatures and variable winds and these are the most pleasant weather in the country.
The daily average maximum and minimum temperatures for P'yongyang in January are -3° C and -13° C. Average snowfall is for thirty-seven days during the winter. During winter, North Korea Weather can become particularly harsh in the northern, mountainous regions. The summer season is relatively shorter, hot, humid and rainy as the southern and southeastern monsoon winds bring moist air from the Pacific Ocean. Statistics show that the daily average maximum and minimum temperatures for P'yongyang in August are 29° C and 20° C. Approximately, 60 percent of all precipitation on average takes place between June and September.
North Korea faces the wrath of typhoons on an average of at least once every summer. You should bring warm coats and other woolen clothes for winter. If you are traveling in late spring, light clothing in the day and warm clothing at night is suggested. If you are here during summer that is between June and August, keep in mind to carry a light raincoat, especially at night for Weather in North Korea may turn rainy during this time.
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