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 at a Glance#
Address: Gwangju World Cup Stadium (Guus Hiddink Stadium), Buk‑gu, Gwangju, South Korea
About Gwangju World Cup Stadium#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -4° - 5° | -2° | 37 mm | overcast | 80% | 2.1 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.9h |
| February | Poor | -3° - 7° | -1° | 45 mm | overcast | 77% | 2.6 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.8h |
| March | Acceptable | 1° - 12° | 5° | 61 mm | overcast | 75% | 2.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 7° - 19° | 13° | 96 mm | overcast | 75% | 2.6 m/s | 1.2 high | 13.0h |
| May | Very Good | 12° - 24° | 18° | 97 mm | overcast | 78% | 2.3 m/s | 1.4 high | 13.9h |
| June | Good | 17° - 27° | 22° | 186 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.1 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.4h |
| July | Good | 22° - 30° | 26° | 274 mm | overcast | 88% | 2.2 m/s | 1.5 very high | 14.1h |
| August | Acceptable | 22° - 31° | 27° | 261 mm | overcast | 86% | 2.5 m/s | 1.5 very high | 13.3h |
| September | Very Good | 17° - 27° | 22° | 141 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 1.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 10° - 22° | 16° | 56 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 1.7 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.2h |
| November | Acceptable | 3° - 14° | 8° | 53 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 1.9 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.2h |
| December | Poor | -2° - 8° | 1° | 32 mm | overcast | 81% | 1.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.7h |
