City in South Korea

Current Local Time in Seoul

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

☀️ 85°F now🕔 1:52 PM local📅 Best: April, May, June and October👥 9.7 million

Current local time in Seoul

1:52 PM
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Time zoneAsia/Seoul
UTC offsetUTC+09:00
UTC now4:52 AM
Sunrise5:54 AM
Sunset7:14 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise5:54 AM
Sunset7:14 PM
Daylight13h 20m
Solar noon12:34 PM
Golden hour (am)5:54 AM - 6:54 AM
Golden hour (pm)6:14 PM - 7:14 PM
Blue hour (am)5:24 AM - 5:54 AM
Blue hour (pm)7:14 PM - 7:44 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 72%
Moonrise4:15 PM
Moonset12:45 AM

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

Quick facts about Seoul

TypeCity
CountrySouth Korea
ContinentAsia
Coordinates37°33′59.4″N 126°58′40.8″E (37.5665, 126.978)
Population9.700.000
Known forPalaces, K-pop and street markets
Local time1:52 PM (UTC+09:00)
Best monthsApril, May, June and October
ClimateContinental

Local time by attraction in Seoul

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Local time by airport in Seoul

1 airports mapped in this atlas

Summary

Seoul is a city in South Korea. Seoul is known for Palaces, K-pop and street markets. It has a population of about 9.7 million.

Right now it is 85°F (30°C) in Seoul with clear sky. It feels like 97°F. Today runs from 73°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 27%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.4/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Seoul 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 and Haeundae Beach.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 89°F is in line with the 87°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. family time is the strongest bet in Seoul today at 9/10. 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.

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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 Seoul?

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

What is the weather like in Seoul right now?

It is currently 85°F (30°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 72% and wind is 1 mph.

When is the best time to visit Seoul?

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

What time zone is Seoul in?

Seoul observes Asia/Seoul (UTC+09:00). The local time is 1:52 PM.

How many people live in Seoul?

Seoul has a population of approximately 9.7 million.

What is the nearest airport to Seoul?

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

What are the top things to do in Seoul?

Popular options include Gyeongbokgung Palace and Haeundae Beach.

What places are in Seoul?

Seoul covers 2 places in this atlas, including Gyeongbokgung Palace and Incheon International Airport.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - 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 August 23, 2026 at 1:52 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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