North Korea
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North Korea

Enigmatic lands unveil disciplined beauty, April to June softens the northern spring

The best time to visit North Korea is between April and June, when spring days soften Pyongyang’s monuments and mountains bloom. With 15°C to 25°C weather, it’s ideal for guided tours of the DMZ, exploring Kaesong, or hiking Mount Paektu. For cooler vibes, try September to October.

Practical info

LanguageKorean
CurrencyNorth Korean Won (KPW)1 USD = 900 KPW
TimezoneUTC+918:35
Emergency112 (police/ambulance)
DrivingRight-hand
Plug type
TippingNo
Vaccinations
GPI

Measures how peaceful and safe a country is.

3.055

Climate

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Best timeBased on various factors

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67

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WeatherCelsius
5°
8°
14°
20°
25°
28°
30°
30°
27°
23°
16°
10°
Sea Temp.Celsius
10°
10°
12°
14°
16°
18°
20°
20°
19°
17°
14°
12°
RainfallDays per month
3
2
4
5
6
10
14
13
8
5
4
3
SunshineHours per month
200/h
220/h
240/h
260/h
270/h
240/h
210/h
220/h
250/h
260/h
240/h
230/h
Tourism Season

Wildlife Spots

No wildlife spots yet in North Korea.