South Korea

Best Time to Visit
Seoul

Visit in June — score 78/100 · avg high 81°F · 12 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

How we score

January

35°/20°F
4 rain days
9.7h daylight
Low crowds
Below avg

February

40°/23°F
5 rain days
10.6h daylight
Low crowds
Below avg

March

53°/33°F
7 rain days
11.7h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

April

64°/43°F
7 rain days
13.0h daylight
High crowds
Average

May

#3
73°/53°F
9 rain days
14.0h daylight
High crowds
Average

June

#1
81°/64°F
12 rain days
14.6h daylight
High crowds
Average

July

85°/72°F
19 rain days
14.4h daylight
High crowds
Average

August

85°/73°F
17 rain days
13.5h daylight
High crowds
Average

September

#2
77°/63°F
11 rain days
12.2h daylight
High crowds
Average

October

65°/49°F
8 rain days
11.0h daylight
Very High crowds
Above avg

November

52°/35°F
8 rain days
9.9h daylight
High crowds
Average

December

37°/22°F
6 rain days
9.4h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January4027°35°20°4179.7hLowBelow avg
February4231°40°23°52610.6hLowBelow avg
March4342°53°33°74111.7hModerateAverage
April5653°64°43°76413.0hHighAverage
May6962°73°53°910814.0hHighAverage
June7871°81°64°1212614.6hHighAverage
July5578°85°72°1930314.4hHighAverage
August5878°85°73°1726713.5hHighAverage
September7070°77°63°1116012.2hHighAverage
October5357°65°49°88211.0hVery HighAbove avg
November3343°52°35°8519.9hHighAverage
December3429°37°22°6279.4hModerateAverage

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
56/100
High
63°F
Low
43°F
Rain days
8/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Seoul (March, April, May) brings average highs of 63°F and lows of 43°F, with about 8 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 56/100, with May being the strongest month of the season at 69/100.

Summer

Score
64/100
High
83°F
Low
70°F
Rain days
16/mo
Crowds
high

Summer in Seoul (June, July, August) brings average highs of 83°F and lows of 70°F, with about 16 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 64/100, with June being the strongest month of the season at 78/100.

Fall

Score
52/100
High
65°F
Low
49°F
Rain days
9/mo
Crowds
high

Fall in Seoul (September, October, November) brings average highs of 65°F and lows of 49°F, with about 9 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 52/100, with September being the strongest month of the season at 70/100.

Winter

Score
39/100
High
38°F
Low
22°F
Rain days
5/mo
Crowds
moderate

Winter in Seoul (December, January, February) brings average highs of 38°F and lows of 22°F, with about 5 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 39/100, with February being the strongest month of the season at 42/100.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Seoul?
The best month to visit Seoul is June, with an overall travel score of 78/100. Expect average highs of 81°F, about 12 rainy days, and high tourist crowds.
Is Seoul expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Seoul are relatively moderate, averaging 100% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is February.
What is the weather like in Seoul in December?
December in Seoul has average highs of 37°F and lows of 22°F, with approximately 6 rainy days and 9.4 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 34/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Seoul?
The most affordable time to visit Seoul is February, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are low in February, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is November (score: 33/100).

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