Hwanghae, North Korea: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

Traveling to Hwanghae, North Korea? If you're planning to go to Hwanghae, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Hwanghae, North Korea

Based on the climate and weather in Hwanghae, the best time to go is June. See below for details.

Important essentials for Hwanghae, North Korea

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Hwanghae, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is a good TSA-friendly option.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may become worn. An unreadable vaccine card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection available.


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Hwanghae, North Korea by month

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January

January in Hwanghae can be extremely cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C), with a few days below 10 F (10+ below zero C). But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 50% to 60% range on average.

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February

February in Hwanghae is frigid. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C), with a few days below 10 F (10+ below zero C). But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 50% to 60% range on average.

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March

March in Hwanghae can be very chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 30s F (single digits C). With the colder weather comes lower humidity, which is in the 50% to 60% range on average.

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April

April can be chilly. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day.

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May

May for Hwanghae is balmy. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C) during the day.

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June

If you vacation in Hwanghae during June, you might notice that it is warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (high 10s C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day.

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July

July in Hwanghae is warm. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

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August

August in Hwanghae is extremely warm. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) to low 80s F (high 20s C).

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September

If you visit Hwanghae during September, you are likely to notice that it is warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (mid 10s C). Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day.

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October

If you visit Hwanghae during October, you will probably notice that it is cool. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day.

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November

November for Hwanghae is pretty cool. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (single digits C) during the day.

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December

December in Hwanghae can be extremely cold. Temperatures average in the 30s F (single digits C) during the day.

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