Jangneung
Yeongwol, South Korea UNESCO World Heritage Site
Jangneung is a royal tomb in Yeongwol, South Korea. It is part of the Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Planning a visit
The weather in Yeongwol is warmest from July to August, with daily highs reaching about 27 °C to 28 °C, though these months also have the most rain, averaging around 17 rainy days per month. Cooler, drier conditions occur in October and November. For winter visits, temperatures can drop to lows of -11 °C in January. Jangneung is located 135 km from Seoul. The nearest airport is Wonju Airport, which is 51 km away, and Yangyang International Airport is 98 km from the site.
Visitors can combine a trip to Jangneung with the other Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty, which are located at the same site. Admission prices are ₩2,000 for adults, ₩1,500 for teenagers, and ₩1,000 for children. Opening hours are 09:00-19:00 from May to October and 09:00-18:00 from November to February.
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 28 °C. The wettest is July, with about 299 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 0 | 3 | 9 | 16 | 21 | 25 | 27 | 28 | 23 | 18 | 9 | 3 |
| Average low, °C | -11 | -7 | -1 | 5 | 11 | 16 | 20 | 20 | 15 | 8 | 1 | -6 |
| Rainfall, mm | 21 | 26 | 48 | 64 | 87 | 134 | 299 | 256 | 152 | 43 | 38 | 19 |
| Rainy days | 5 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 17 | 17 | 12 | 9 | 7 | 4 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
