South Korea

Gunsan Si

Gunsan-si - photo 1

Photo by Iann kim on Unsplash.

Gunsan-si sits on the northwestern edge of the Korean peninsula, facing the Yellow Sea. It’s not a major coastal diving hub, and within the city there are few dedicated dive facilities. Nearby coastline offers access to basic shore dives and local charter possibilities, but diving activity in the immediate area is modest. For scuba travelers, the region is more about access to broader Jeollabuk-do coastal sites and freshwater options further afield, rather than a high-concentration diving destination.

Essential information for traveling in South Korea

About South Korea

Sea
Japan Sea/East Sea, Yellow Sea, Tung Hai and No...
Timezone
Asia/Seoul
Languages
KO
Demonym
South Korean
Phone prefix
+82

Practicalities

Currency
KRW
Voltage
220
Plug type
Type C, Type F
Airports
ICN GMP PUS CJU MWX

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Gunsan-si

Nearby Dive Sites (3)

The best time to dive in Gunsan-si

The best months to dive in Gunsan-si are from July to September. Temperatures are confortable (25-27°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
3 °C 6 °C 7/10
02 - Feb.
1 °C 4 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
6 °C 6 °C 7/10
04 - Apr.
10 °C 10 °C 7/10
05 - May
15 °C 15 °C 6/10
06 - Jun.
20 °C 20 °C 4/10
07 - Jul.
26 °C 27 °C 4/10
08 - Aug.
27 °C 29 °C 5/10
09 - Sept.
25 °C 27 °C 4/10
10 - Oct.
19 °C 21 °C 5/10
11 - Nov.
12 °C 14 °C 7/10
12 - Dec.
6 °C 10 °C 6/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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