January · North Korea
Best time to visit Pyongyang in JanuaryWeather, crowds & prices
January score
4.7/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- -6°C
- Rainfall
- 15 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Sunny days
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Pyongyang scores 4.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around -6°C, 15 mm of rain, and roughly 0 sunny days 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.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Pyongyang in January?
- In January, Pyongyang averages -6°C, 15 mm of rain, and about 0 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 4.7/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Pyongyang?
- January earns a 4.7/10 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 January?
- Expect about 15 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 0 sunny days.
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