Pohang Travel Guide

Trek Zone
City

Facts and practical information

Local name: 포항시 Population: 500 thous. (2019)Area: 435.23 mi²Elevation: 33 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 36°1'52"N, 129°21'58"E
Location

Gyeongsangbuk-doSouth Korea

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Pohang Top Attractions

Pohang Attractions - What to See and Explore

Pohang offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Pohang Steel Yard, Homigot Lighthouse, National Lighthouse Museum, Buk-gu. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • pohang steel yard
  • homigot lighthouse pohang
  • national lighthouse museum pohang
  • buk gu pohang
  • nam gu pohang
  • handong global university pohang
  • pohang university of science and technology
  • graduate institute of ferrous technology pohang
  • heunghae pohang
  • yeonil pohang
Day trips

Pohang – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Pohang, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Gyeongju National Museum (Gyeongju), Seokguram (Gyeongju National Park), Dabotap (Gyeongju).

  • gyeongju national museum16 milesSW
  • seokguram gyeongju national park16 milesS
  • dabotap gyeongju17 milesS
  • gyeongju world14 milesS
  • bulguksa gyeongju national park17 milesS

Best Time To Visit Pohang

Learn when is the best time to travel to Pohang weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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July is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in August.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in July and August. While the coldest is in January, February and December.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in December. Most of it rains in July and August.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

Sunrise

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Pohang?

What is the best time to visit Pohang?

July is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in August. The highest air temperature is in July and August. While the coldest is in January, February and December.

Where to next? Visit gyeongsangbuk do Gyeongsangbuk-do region page or discover the top tourist attractions in South Korea.