Country in Asia

Current Local Time in South Korea

Current local time and time zone in South Korea, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

🌙 61°F now🕔 4:34 AM local📅 Best: April, May, June and October👥 51.7 million

Current local time in South Korea

4:34 AM
Monday, October 5, 2026
Time zoneAsia/Seoul
UTC offsetUTC+09:00
UTC now7:34 PM
Sunrise6:30 AM
Sunset6:09 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:30 AM
Sunset6:09 PM
Daylight11h 39m
Solar noon12:19 PM
Golden hour (am)6:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Golden hour (pm)5:09 PM - 6:09 PM
Blue hour (am)6:00 AM - 6:30 AM
Blue hour (pm)6:09 PM - 6:39 PM
Moon phase🌗 Last quarter · 41%
Moonrise12:05 AM
Moonset3:15 PM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

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 time4:34 AM (UTC+09:00)
Best monthsApril, May, June and October
ClimateContinental

Local time by city in South Korea

2 cities mapped in this atlas

Local time by island in South Korea

1 islands mapped in this atlas

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 61°F (16°C) in South Korea with mainly clear. It feels like 61°F. Today runs from 56°F to 67°F. Chance of precipitation is 86%. 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 88°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 about average for October. The forecast high of 67°F is in line with the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in South Korea today at 9.7/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.

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

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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 61°F (16°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 83% and wind is 4 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 4:34 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.
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 October 5, 2026 at 4:34 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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