DMZ weather in May
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers. Average highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C, with around 9 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit DMZ. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
23°C
Average low
11°C
Rainy days
9 days
Best months to visit
May, June, September
What to do in DMZ in May
Whatever the weather, DMZ rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Visit Panmunjom Joint Security Area with guides
Tour Third Infiltration Tunnel under border
View North Korea from Dora Observatory
Explore DMZ wetlands with naturalist guides
Visit peace park museums and memorials
Photograph rare DMZ bird species
What to pack for May
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
2C
Cold, and mostly sunny skies.
February
5C
Cold, and mostly sunny skies.
March
11C
Cool, with occasional showers.
April
17C
Cool, with occasional showers.
Recommended
May (you are here)
23C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
June
26C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
July
29C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
August
29C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
Recommended
September
25C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
October
18C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
November
10C
Cool, with occasional showers.
December
2C
Cold, and mostly sunny skies.
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