Gwangju World Cup Stadium
Stadium South Korean stadium built for 2002 World Cup
Built for the 2002 FIFA World Cup, Gwangju World Cup Stadium hosts football matches and concerts. Fans attend K League fixtures and local events, arriving for the stadium’s bowl layout on Gwangju’s western edge.
Gwangju World Cup Stadium is a large multi-purpose stadium in Gwangju, South Korea, constructed as one of the venues for the 2002 FIFA World Cup. It functions primarily as a football stadium and event venue.
Erected in the late 1990s and opened ahead of the 2002 World Cup, the venue formed part of South Korea’s nationwide investment in sports infrastructure for the tournament. Since then it has hosted domestic league fixtures, cup matches and occasional large-scale events.
The stadium is located within the city limits of Gwangju in the Honam region of South Korea, served by local transport links and accessible from the city’s urban centre.
- Purpose and use: Built for the 2002 FIFA World Cup, the stadium is a principal football venue in Gwangju and regularly hosts domestic club matches and major events.
How to Get to Gwangju World Cup Stadium #
Reachable by local buses and taxis from central Gwangju; nearest subway/tram connections depend on local transit updates-use Gwangju’s bus rapid transit and local maps for the best routes.
Tips for Visiting Gwangju World Cup Stadium #
- Check the stadium's event schedule; large fixtures will affect traffic and public transport.
- Public tours (if offered) change with stadium management-book in advance if available.
Best Time to Visit Gwangju World Cup Stadium #
Spring and autumn provide the most comfortable weather for attending events at the stadium.
Weather & Climate near Gwangju World Cup Stadium #
Gwangju World Cup Stadium's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1339 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 5°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (186 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (274 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (261 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
