May weather forecast
North Korea

May signifies the arrival of late spring in North Korea, with warmer temperatures and increased daylight hours. The weather becomes noticeably warmer than April, and the landscapes continue their transformation, becoming greener and more vibrant.

In the capital city, Pyongyang, average temperatures in May can range from 12°C (53.6°F) to 22°C (71.6°F), providing a comfortable climate for outdoor activities. Coastal cities such as Nampo and Wonsan also enjoy similar temperature ranges due to the moderating effects of the Yellow Sea and the Sea of Japan. The eastern mountainous regions experience slightly cooler temperatures, typically between 10°C (50°F) and 18°C (64.4°F), but the weather remains favourable for hiking and other outdoor pursuits.

May experiences higher rainfall than April, setting the stage for the upcoming monsoon season. The increased precipitation supports the further blossoming of flora across the country, resulting in lush and verdant landscapes.

Compared to June, the subsequent month, May offers relatively mild temperatures and lower humidity levels. However, as the month progresses, the weather increasingly heralds the upcoming summer season with warmer temperatures and longer daylight hours.

May is characterized by its pleasant climate and the abundance of natural beauty. The vibrant landscapes and the mild, comfortable weather make May an ideal time for exploring the natural and cultural richness of North Korea.

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• Pyongyang - May »
  April through June, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Pyongyang, North Korea. In Pyongyang, during May, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.
• Chongjin - May »
  In Chongjin in May, the average water temperature is 9.3°C (48.7°F). In Chongjin in May, the average water temperature is 9.3°C (48.7°F).
• Nampo - May »
  In May, the meteorological conditions in Nampo change with the average high-temperature moving from a refreshing 14°C (57.2°F) in April to a pleasant 21°C (69.8°F). In Nampo in May, the average water temperature is 11.3°C (52.3°F).
• Wonsan - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Wonsan, sunrise is at 05:06 and sunset at 19:49 KST. In Wonsan, North Korea, the average seawater temperature in May is 12.3°C (54.1°F).
• Sinuiju - May »
  On the last day of May, in Sinuiju, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 20:04 KST. Sinuiju's weather in May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from April's refreshing 14.7°C (58.5°F) to an agreeable 20.6°C (69.1°F).
• Kaechon - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Kaechon sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 19:57 KST. In Kaechon in May, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 46mm (1.81") of accumulated precipitation.
• Haeju - May »
  In Haeju during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.6 days and collects up to 591mm (23.27") of precipitation. In Haeju, North Korea, in May, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 46mm (1.81") of accumulated precipitation.
• Kimchaek - May »
  On the first day of May in Kimchaek, North Korea, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 19:19. In Kimchaek, in May, during 9.6 rainfall days, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated.