Is May a good time for surfing at Yangyang – Jukdo Beach?
May is a fair month for surfing at Yangyang – Jukdo Beach; the best time is December–March. Waves 1 m, water 15°C (5/4 wetsuit and boots), air 21°C.
Plan your trip to Yangyang – Jukdo BeachEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 1 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 15°C, 5/4 wetsuit and boots
- Air: 21°C by day, 13°C at night
- Weather: sun (6+ hours) on about 26 days, rain (1+ mm) on about 9; a day can have both
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in May
Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height; when equal, warmer water first.
Where to go surfing in May →Questions
Is May a good time for surfing at Yangyang – Jukdo Beach?
May is a fair month for surfing at Yangyang – Jukdo Beach; the best time is December–March. Waves 1 m, water 15°C (5/4 wetsuit and boots), air 21°C.
How warm is the water at Yangyang – Jukdo Beach in May?
About 15°C: 5/4 wetsuit and boots.
How big are the waves at Yangyang – Jukdo Beach in May?
About 1 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Yangyang – Jukdo Beach in May?
Around 21°C by day and 13°C at night; sun (6+ hours) on about 26 days, rain (1+ mm) on about 9; a day can have both.
Where else can I go surfing in May?
Within 1,500 km: Chiba – Ichinomiya (1.5 m waves), Shikoku – Ikumi (1.4 m waves), Miyazaki – Kisakihama (1.3 m waves), Inamura Point (1 m waves) & Kamakura – Yuigahama (1 m waves).
