Sinjido

Island Island in South Jeolla Province with coastal villages

An island off South Jeolla where visitors come for sandy coves, seafood from local fishing villages, coastal roads and short hikes between beaches and cliffs.

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Sinjido
34.3336, 126.8376

How to Get to Sinjido #

Sinjido is reached by regional ferries and road links from the South Jeolla mainland. Travelers usually transfer from Mokpo or Wando; ferry schedules vary seasonally so confirm times in advance. Driving routes that include causeways and local bridges connect to nearby islands in the archipelago.

Tips for Visiting Sinjido #

  • Ferry timetables between the mainland and Sinjido can change seasonally; check with local ports in Wando or Mokpo for connections.
  • Cycling is popular on small Korean islands - bring a folding bike or rent one to explore quiet coastal roads.
  • Try local seafood specialties at village eateries; they often serve the day's catch prepared simply and well.

Best Time to Visit Sinjido #

Late spring to early autumn for the mildest weather and best sea conditions.

Late spring-early autumn
May-September · 16-26°C
Pleasant weather for hiking, cycling, and swimming; peak for local festivals.
Autumn
October-November · 8-18°C
Cooler, crisp air and clearer views; good for seafood and quieter trails.

Weather & Climate near Sinjido #

Climate

Sinjido'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 -2°C to 28°C. Abundant rainfall (1469 mm/year), wettest in July.

Best Time to Visit
OctoberSeptemberAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
-8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.8h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

127 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
12.9h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (140 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 21°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

140 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
13.8h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 17°C. Heavy rain (233 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
17° 24°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

233 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
14.3h daylight

July

July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (260 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
21° 27°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

260 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
14.1h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (244 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 29°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

244 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
13.3h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (155 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
18° 25°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

155 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).

77 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 21°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.2h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. The driest month with just 28 mm and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

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