South Korea

Yongin Si

Yongin-si - photo 1

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Yongin-si is a city near Seoul, not a coastal diving destination. It lies inland in Gyeonggi Province at a modest elevation, and the nearby landscape is urban and hilly. Diving activity in Yongin-si itself is limited, with most divers traveling to coastal or freshwater sites for training or trips. Nearby options for diving would include trips to the Yellow Sea coast or inland freshwater quarry sites within a few hours’ drive, where dive centers typically offer courses and equipment rental for both beginners and experienced divers. As a gateway city, Yongin-si can serve as a convenient base for longer itineraries that include coastal dive sites or freshwater dive destinations in the region.

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 Yongin-si

Nearby Dive Sites (5)

Nearby Dive Centers (5)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Yongin-si

The best time to dive in Yongin-si

The best months to dive in Yongin-si are from May to July. Temperatures are confortable (16-27°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
-2 °C 8/10
02 - Feb.
-3 °C 8/10
03 - Mar.
6 °C 7/10
04 - Apr.
11 °C 7/10
05 - May
16 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
22 °C 6/10
07 - Jul.
27 °C 4/10
08 - Aug.
26 °C 5/10
09 - Sept.
22 °C 4/10
10 - Oct.
15 °C 6/10
11 - Nov.
7 °C 8/10
12 - Dec.
0 °C 7/10

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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