Country in Asia

South Korea Map

Interactive map of South Korea with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.

🌤️ 89°F now🕔 4:30 AM local📅 Best: April, May, June and October👥 51.7 million

Summary

South Korea is a country in Asia. South Korea is a country in Asia with its capital at Seoul. It has a population of about 51.7 million. The capital is Seoul.

Right now it is 89°F (31°C) in South Korea with mainly clear. It feels like 101°F. Today runs from 74°F to 90°F. Chance of precipitation is 47%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.7/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit South Korea 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 87°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 20°F.

The closest major airport is Incheon International Airport (ICN), about 30 mi away. Nearby highlights include Gyeongbokgung Palace, Haeundae Beach, Hyeopjae Beach and Jeju Island.

In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 90°F is 2.7°F above the 87°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. beach day is the strongest bet in South Korea today at 8.3/10. 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.

Map of South Korea

Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.

Coordinates: 37°33′59.4″N 126°58′40.8″E (37.5665, 126.978)

Quick facts about South Korea

TypeCountry
ContinentAsia
ContinentAsia
Coordinates37°33′59.4″N 126°58′40.8″E (37.5665, 126.978)
CapitalSeoul
Population51.700.000
Area38.691 sq mi
ISO codeKR
ISO 3166-1 alpha-3KOR
CurrencySouth Korean won (KRW)
LanguagesKorean
Calling code+82
Time zoneAsia/Seoul
Local time4:30 AM (UTC+09:00)
Best monthsApril, May, June and October
ClimateContinental

Maps of each city in South Korea

2 cities mapped in this atlas

Maps of each island in South Korea

1 islands mapped in this atlas

Cities map of South Korea

2 cities and towns mapped in this atlas

Neighboring countries in Asia

Sorted by distance from South Korea.

Getting to South Korea

By air

Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.

Airports near South Korea

Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.

AirportCodeDistanceServes
Incheon International AirportICN30 miSeoul

Top attractions in South Korea

Things to do in South Korea

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around South Korea.

Explore South Korea

Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is South Korea?

South Korea is a country in Asia. Its coordinates are 37.5665, 126.978. It lies in Asia.

What is the weather like in South Korea right now?

It is currently 89°F (31°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 68% and wind is 3 mph.

When is the best time to visit South Korea?

April, May, June and October offer the most comfortable conditions in South Korea, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is South Korea in?

South Korea observes Asia/Seoul (UTC+09:00). The local time is 4:30 AM.

How many people live in South Korea?

South Korea has a population of approximately 51.7 million.

What is the nearest airport to South Korea?

The closest airports are Incheon International Airport (ICN), 30 mi away.

What are the top things to do in South Korea?

Popular options include Gyeongbokgung Palace, Haeundae Beach, Hyeopjae Beach and Jeju Island.

What places are in South Korea?

South Korea covers 3 places in this atlas, including Busan, Seoul and Jeju Island.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 August 25, 2026 at 4:30 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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