February · North Korea
Best time to visit Pyongyang in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Pyongyang in February
Average temperature -2°C, 13 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 61% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
6.9/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- -2°C
- Rainfall
- 13 mm
- Humidity
- 61%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
February in Pyongyang scores 6.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around -2°C, 13 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Pyongyang is North Korea's monumental capital on the Taedong River, known for vast civic spaces, museums, memorials, and carefully managed visitor routes.
February in Pyongyang: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
At -2°C (29°F) this is proper winter weather in February: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
Only 13 mm of water-equivalent precipitation is expected (snow at altitude), leaving about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.8 hours of daylight.
That is 6.9/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 8.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Pyongyang — 1.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Pyongyang in February?
- In February, Pyongyang averages -2°C, 13 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.9/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Pyongyang?
- February earns a 6.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Pyongyang in February?
- Expect about 13 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 61% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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