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Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit South Korea for your holiday.
Climate Overview
-7 °C to 30 °C
4 °C to 26 °C
0.87 – 14.53 in (4 – 14 Days of Rain)Average Annual Temperature is between 11.8 °C (Seoul) and 14.7 °C (Busan)
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Best Time to Visit South Korea: Overview
JanuaryJan MaximumMax. 8 °C Water max. 15 °C | FebruaryFeb MaximumMax. 11 °C Water max. 13 °C | MarchMar MaximumMax. 13 °C Water max. 13 °C | AprilApr Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Busan | MayMay Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Seoul Busan | JuneJun Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Seoul |
JulyJul Up to 14.53 in of rainof rain | AugustAug Up to 11.57 in of rainof rain | SeptemberSep Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Seoul Busan | OctoberOct TemperaturesTemp. up to 22 °C | NovemberNov TemperaturesTemp. up to 16 °C | DecemberDec MaximumMax. 11 °C |
Best Time to Visit the Regions
Find the best time to visit the regions (South Korea) in the following overview.| Location | Best Time to Travel |
|---|---|
| Seoul | May, June, and September |
| Busan | April, May, and September |
Climate Charts South Korea
In the following, you will find climate charts for the regions.
Furthermore, there are some charts you can use for quick comparison of climate between the regions.
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Seoul
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Tables South Korea
In the following, you will find some climate tables for South Korea, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, Water Temperatures, and Hours of Sunshine.Show climate table for
Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Seoul (South Korea)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 1° | 3° | 9° | 17° | 23° | 26° | 29° | 30° | 26° | 20° | 11° | 4° |
| Night Temperature | -7° | -5° | 0° | 7° | 12° | 17° | 22° | 22° | 16° | 9° | 2° | -4° |
| Water Temperature | 5° | 4° | 4° | 8° | 10° | 18° | 21° | 24° | 21° | 18° | 13° | 7° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 0.91 | 0.98 | 1.85 | 3.7 | 3.62 | 5.28 | 14.53 | 11.57 | 6.65 | 1.93 | 2.09 | 0.87 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 5 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 5 | 5 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Seoul is 11.8 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: August (25.4 °C)
Coldest month: January (-3.4 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Seoul is 24 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 17 °C (Limited bathing is possible):
June, July, August, September, and October
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
July, August, and September
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 53.98 inchFor comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
Rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation): July, and August
Overall precipitation in the rainy season: 26.1 in
Months that have possible snowfall: January, February, March, November, and December
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, May is the sunniest month with an average of 7.4 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 5.7 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Busan (South Korea)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 8° | 10° | 13° | 18° | 22° | 24° | 27° | 29° | 26° | 22° | 16° | 11° |
| Night Temperature | -1° | 1° | 5° | 10° | 14° | 18° | 22° | 23° | 20° | 14° | 8° | 2° |
| Water Temperature | 15° | 13° | 13° | 15° | 17° | 21° | 24° | 26° | 25° | 23° | 20° | 17° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 1.35 | 1.98 | 3.18 | 5.22 | 6.2 | 8.14 | 12.48 | 10.04 | 6.22 | 2.3 | 1.8 | 0.9 |
| Rainy days | 6 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 14 | 12 | 9 | 5 | 6 | 4 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 6 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Busan is 14.7 °C.Warmest month: August (25.9 °C)
Coldest month: January (3.2 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Busan is 26 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 17 °C (Limited bathing is possible):
all except January, February, March, and April
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
June, July, August, September, and October
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 59.81 inch on 98 rainy daysRainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation): June, July, and August
Overall precipitation in the rainy season: 30.66 in
Months that have possible snowfall: January, February, March, and December
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, May is the sunniest month with an average of 7.2 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 6.4 hours of sunshine per day on average.Popular Activities
Seoul: DMZ Tour + North Korean Defector Q&A
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The original creator of the DMZ + Suspension Bridge tours.
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Seoul: DMZ The 3rd Tunnel and Suspension Bridge Tour Option
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Take a guided tour from Seoul to explore the DMZ, the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, Dora Observatory, and the Mt. Gamak Suspension Bridge. Learn about the complex history between North and South Korea.
Seoul: DMZ Tour, JSA Museum, Defector Talk & Bridge Options
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Join a DMZ tour from Seoul and enjoy exclusive access to the JSA Museum. Explore Korea’s divided history, attend a live talk with a North Korean defector, and experience the Red Suspension Bridge.
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DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge and Defector Museum | Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Hanok Village, and Gwangjang Tour | DMZ: NK Defector, 3rd Tunnel, Suspension Bridge,Hotel Pickup | Busan: Top Attractions Authentic One-Day Guided Tour | Busan: Gyeongju Guided Day Trip to Three Kingdoms Capital | Seoul: Half-Day DMZ, Retired Military Officer & Defector Q&A | Seoul: NANTA Show Ticket |Current Weather and Forecast
Current Weather in Seoul
broken clouds, 12.9 °CClouds: 75 % Wind: 6 mph SSO
Air Pressure: 1017 hPa Humidity: 88 %
Air Pressure: 1017 hPa Humidity: 88 %
Last updated: 30th Oct 2026, 06:00 pm
The next days …
| 31st Oct 2026 | 1st Nov 2026 | 2nd Nov 2026 | 3rd Nov 2026 | 4th Nov 2026 | 5th Nov 2026 |
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| 7 °C to 13 °C | 6 °C to 12 °C | 10 °C to 14 °C | 8 °C to 15 °C | 11 °C to 16 °C | 10 °C to 14 °C |
| Clouds: 0 % | Clouds: 100 % | Clouds: 3 % | Clouds: 0 % | Clouds: 98 % | Clouds: 100 % |
| No Precipitation | 0.01 in of rain | 0.06 in of rain | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | 0.36 in of rain |
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Hottest Month
August: 30 °C
Day Temperature in Seoul
August: 30 °CDay Temperature in Seoul
Coldest Month
January: -7 °C
Night Temperature in Seoul
January: -7 °CNight Temperature in Seoul
Rainiest Month
July: 14.53 in
Rain in Seoul
July: 14.53 inRain in Seoul
Driest Month
December: 0.87 in
Rain in Seoul
December: 0.87 inRain in Seoul
Maximum Water Temperature
August: 26 °C
Water Temperature in Busan
August: 26 °CWater Temperature in Busan
Sunniest Month
May: 7.4 hours/day
Sunshine in Seoul
May: 7.4 hours/daySunshine in Seoul
Activities and Attractions
Seoul Street Food Market Tour
Street food
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From Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour
Day trips from
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Busan: Top Coastal Highlights with Sky Capsule Full Day Tour
Guided tours
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Distances to South Korea
| London | New York | Los Angeles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seoul | 5510 mi | 6870 mi | 5960 mi |
| Busan | 5710 mi | 7000 mi | 5980 mi |
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South Korea: Experiences of our Visitors
Sunny and warm during the day, but relatively fresh at night (a sweater or a thin jacket is recommended).
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
Very cold, but there was hardly any rain/snow. A lot of sun
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good