Daecheongdo

Island Border island in Yellow Sea with scenic cliffs

A Yellow Sea island administered from Incheon, Daecheongdo offers rocky coastlines, fishing villages and lighthouse views. Tourists arrive by ferry for coastal walks, seabird watching, local seafood and skyline views across international waters.

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Daecheongdo
Daecheongdo (Daecheong Island), Incheon jurisdiction, Republic of Korea
37.8203, 124.7025
Ferries generally operate daytime hours; island access year-round weather permitting
Ferry fares vary by operator and season; check local timetables

How to Get to Daecheongdo #

Regular ferries serve Daecheongdo from ports on the mainland; the most convenient coastal hubs are Incheon and nearby ports. Timetables vary seasonally; check the local ferry operators for up-to-date schedules.

Tips for Visiting Daecheongdo #

  • Confirm ferry schedules in advance-sailings can be reduced in poor weather and on public holidays.
  • Bring cash for small purchases on the island; services can be limited and card acceptance inconsistent.
  • Explore coastal walking tracks for shellfish and tide-pool life-local guides can point out safe areas for swimming.

Best Time to Visit Daecheongdo #

Most visitors go between spring and autumn for comfortable boat trips and outdoor activities.

Spring-autumn
April-October · 12-25°C (54-77°F)
Pleasant weather for coastal walks and fishing village visits.
Winter
November-March · -1-8°C (30-46°F)
Rarely visited; cold and windy but atmospheric.

Weather & Climate near Daecheongdo #

Climate

Daecheongdo's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) - Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (764 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
SeptemberOctoberAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
-12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. The driest month with just 14 mm and partly cloudy skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-3°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
13.0h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
11° 17°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
14.0h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 21°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
16° 21°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
14.5h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (180 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

68 Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
20° 25°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

180 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
14.3h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (148 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
21° 26°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

148 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
13.4h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 18°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
18° 23°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
12° 17°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
11.1h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

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