Deogyusan National Park
Park Mountain national park in South Korea, popular hiking
Deogyusan National Park centers on Deogyusan peak and the Muju ski area, with pine forests, clear streams and temple sites; visitors hike trails, ride chairlifts and visit Baekyangsa temple across seasons.
How to Get to Deogyusan National Park #
Deogyusan National Park is accessible by regional bus and car from provincial cities in North Jeolla Province. The nearest train station is in Muju or nearby county towns; from there local buses or taxis reach park entrances.
Tips for Visiting Deogyusan National Park #
- For autumn foliage and the maple-leaf festival colors, visit in late October to early November.
- Take the cable car or use the park's marked hiking trails to reach scenic viewpoints; some trails close in heavy snow.
Best Time to Visit Deogyusan National Park #
Deogyusan National Park is best known for its autumn colors and pleasant summer hiking; winter opens up ski areas but brings snow, when some trails are closed.
Weather & Climate near Deogyusan National Park #
Deogyusan National Park'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 -11°C to 25°C. Abundant rainfall (1498 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Heavy rain (204 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (348 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Heavy rain (280 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
