Taebaek, South Korea: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
Traveling to Taebaek, South Korea? If you're planning to go to Taebaek, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Taebaek
- Important essentials for Taebaek
- Activities for Taebaek
- Taebaek in January: weather and what to pack
- Taebaek in February: weather and what to pack
- Taebaek in March: weather and what to pack
- Taebaek in April: weather and what to pack
- Taebaek in May: weather and what to pack
- Taebaek in June: weather and what to pack
- Taebaek in July: weather and what to pack
- Taebaek in August: weather and what to pack
- Taebaek in September: weather and what to pack
- Taebaek in October: weather and what to pack
- Taebaek in November: weather and what to pack
- Taebaek in December: weather and what to pack

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 Taebaek, South Korea
Based on the climate and weather in Taebaek, the best time to go is June. See below for details.
Important essentials for Taebaek, South Korea
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Taebaek, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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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).
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection possible.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards often wear away. An unreadable card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly product.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's wise to take a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a good kit.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types F. This one works in most areas, but you may want to check with your hotel.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Taebaek. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some more rural areas you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone.
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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For families with young children
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Airplane or car necessities
What to wear/what to pack for Taebaek, South Korea by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
In January, Taebaek is frigid and extremely snowy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C) range. At night, lows are in the low 10s F (10+ below zero C). This is also a rainy time for Taebaek, with a few of the days of the month having rain. In January, humidity reaches as high as 60%.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Thermal undergarments
We chose:
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Coveralls/snow pants
Here are some of our favorites:
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Heavy sweaters
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Very heavy heated socks
Like these
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Fleece inner layer
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Extreme weather jacket shell
These are a great value:
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Insulated ice boots
We use:
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Extreme cold weather gloves
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Lip balm
The best option: this one
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Pajamas
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Scarf/neck warmer
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Waterproof snow boots
In addition to day-to-day footwear, it's important to bring snow boots. For visiting Taebaek, a great option is these boots:
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Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
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A umbrella
This is worth investing in for this weather. This one is a perfect option.
If you go to the Taebaek Coal Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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Comfy walking shoes
February
Traveling to Taebaek in February, you will notice that it is freezing and very snowy. Expect it to rain sometimes and snow most days. Daytime temperatures are in the low 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Extreme weather jacket shell
These are a great value:
-
Lip balm
The best is: here
-
Insulated ice boots
We use:
-
Scarf/neck warmer
-
Fleece inner layer
-
Pajamas
-
Extreme cold weather gloves
-
Heavy sweaters
-
Coveralls/snow pants
Here are some of our favorites:
-
Very heavy heated socks
Like these
-
Thermal undergarments
We love:
-
Waterproof snow boots
In addition to standard footwear, it's important to bring snow boots. For traveling to Taebaek, a great option is these boots:
-
Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
-
A wind resistant umbrella
This is essential in this type of weather. This one is an excellent choice.
If you go to the Taebaek Coal Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Comfy walking shoes
March
In March, Taebaek is pretty cool, very snowy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 40s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C). This is also a rainy time for Taebaek, with several of the days of the month having rain. In March, humidity reaches as high as 60%.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Lip balm
Our pick: this one
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
-
Gloves
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Warm pants or jeans
-
Heavy socks
Such as:
-
Heavy jacket
-
Sweaters
-
Cold weather footwear
-
Waterproof snow boots
In addition to day-to-day shoes, it's important to bring snow boots. For traveling to Taebaek, we suggest these boots:
-
Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
-
A windproof umbrella
This is important here. This one is an excellent choice.
If you go to the Taebaek Coal Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Comfy walking shoes
April
In April, Taebaek is relatively cool and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) and sometimes jump into the low 70s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the 30s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Taebaek, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In April, humidity reaches as high as 50%.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Extra socks
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Light gloves or mittens
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Lip balm
In our opinion, the best choice: this
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Jacket or coat
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Warm pants or jeans
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Fleece
-
Standard footwear
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A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We suggest:
If you go to the Taebaek Coal Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Comfy walking shoes
May
In May, Taebaek is mild and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 60s F (high 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Taebaek, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In May, humidity reaches as high as 50%.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Dresses
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Extra socks
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Standard footwear
-
Pants or jeans
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We recommend:
If you go to the Taebaek Coal Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Comfy walking shoes
June
In June, Taebaek is warm and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 70s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the 50s F (low 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Taebaek, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In June, humidity reaches as high as 60%.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion
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Bug repellent
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Sandals
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light skirts
-
Extra socks
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We recommend:
If you go to the Taebaek Coal Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Comfy walking shoes
July
In July, Taebaek is warm and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Taebaek, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In July, humidity reaches as high as 70%.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Extra socks
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Bug repellent
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Light skirts
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We suggest:
If you go to the Taebaek Coal Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Comfy walking shoes
August
If you are traveling to Taebaek in August, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature and very rainy. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Light skirts
-
Sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Extra socks
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We recommend:
If you go to the Taebaek Coal Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Comfy walking shoes
September
Traveling to Taebaek in September, you will notice that it is balmy and very rainy. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Extra socks
-
Dresses
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Pants or jeans
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We like:
If you go to the Taebaek Coal Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Comfy walking shoes
October
If you are traveling to Taebaek in October, you will notice that it is cool and very rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light gloves or mittens
-
Extra socks
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best option: this
-
Fleece
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Jacket or coat
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We like:
If you go to the Taebaek Coal Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Comfy walking shoes
November
If you go to Taebaek in November, you will notice that it can be brisk and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time and snow a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
-
Lip balm
Our favorite option: this one
-
Heavy socks
Such as:
-
Heavy jacket
-
Gloves
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Sweaters
-
Cold weather footwear
-
Waterproof snow boots
In addition to regular footwear, it's important to bring snow boots. For travel to Taebaek, a great option is these boots:
-
Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
-
A umbrella
This is important here. This one is a great choice.
If you go to the Taebaek Coal Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Comfy walking shoes
December
In December, Taebaek is freezing and very snowy. Temperatures routinely are in the 30s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the high 10s F (single digits below 0 C). This is also a rainy time for Taebaek, with a few of the days of the month having rain. In December, humidity reaches as high as 60%.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Pajamas
-
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are a great value:
-
Scarf/neck warmer
-
Lip balm
The best option: this
-
Fleece inner layer
-
Extreme cold weather gloves
-
Heavy sweaters
-
Very heavy heated socks
Like these
-
Coveralls/snow pants
Here are some of the best values:
-
Insulated ice boots
We use:
-
Thermal undergarments
Our choice is:
-
Waterproof snow boots
In addition to standard footwear, you should bring snow boots. For travel to Taebaek, a great option is these boots:
-
Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
-
A umbrella
This is something you need here. This one is a great choice.
If you go to the Taebaek Coal Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Comfy walking shoes
Activities for Taebaek, South Korea
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Taebaek.
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