Best Time to Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace
Best time to visit Gyeongbokgung Palace: April, May, June and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Gyeongbokgung Palace
Go in April, May, June and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Gyeongbokgung Palace month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34° | 20° | 0,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 41° | 24° | 0,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 33° | 1,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 67° | 46° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 73° | 55° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 84° | 65° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 87° | 74° | 15,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 88° | 75° | 8,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 80° | 66° | 5,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 67° | 51° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 53° | 37° | 2,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 38° | 24° | 1,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Gyeongbokgung Palace compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Gyeongbokgung Palace.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Incheon International Airport | 31 mi | 55°F | about the same | 48 in |
| Busan | 203 mi | 58°F | +35°F warmer | 54 in |
| Haeundae Beach | 207 mi | 59°F | +36°F warmer | 54 in |
| Jeju Island | 283 mi | 62°F | +40°F warmer | 75 in |
| Hyeopjae Beach | 292 mi | 63°F | +40°F warmer | 57 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 59°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Gyeongbokgung Palace is a tourist attraction in Seoul. Gyeongbokgung Palace is a landmark known for the main Joseon royal palace.
Right now it is 75°F (24°C) in Gyeongbokgung Palace with partly cloudy. It feels like 74°F. Today runs from 62°F to 75°F. Chance of precipitation is 2%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Gyeongbokgung Palace is April, May, June and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 88°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 20°F.
The closest major airport is Incheon International Airport (ICN), about 31 mi away. Nearby highlights include Haeundae Beach.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 75°F is 7.9°F above the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Gyeongbokgung Palace today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Gyeongbokgung Palace right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:23 AM, Oct 1 local time.
Weekend outlook
☀️ 73° / 50°
Clear sky · 9% rain · wind 4 mph
🌧️ 64° / 58°
Heavy drizzle · 59% rain · wind 9 mph
Things to do in Gyeongbokgung Palace
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Gyeongbokgung Palace.
Quick facts about Gyeongbokgung Palace
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| City | Seoul |
| Country | South Korea |
| Continent | Asia |
| Coordinates | 37°34′46.6″N 126°58′37.2″E (37.5796, 126.977) |
| Known for | the main Joseon royal palace |
| Local time | 8:23 AM (UTC+09:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June and October |
| Climate | Continental |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Gyeongbokgung Palace?
Gyeongbokgung Palace is a tourist attraction in Seoul. Its coordinates are 37.5796, 126.977. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Gyeongbokgung Palace right now?
It is currently 75°F (24°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 47% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Gyeongbokgung Palace?
April, May, June and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Gyeongbokgung Palace, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Gyeongbokgung Palace in?
Gyeongbokgung Palace observes Asia/Seoul (UTC+09:00). The local time is 8:23 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Gyeongbokgung Palace?
The closest airports are Incheon International Airport (ICN), 31 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Gyeongbokgung Palace?
Popular options include Haeundae Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 1, 2026 at 8:23 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
