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South Korea Weather Forecast

South Korea weather: 84°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.

⛅ 84°F now🕔 7:24 PM local📅 Best: April, May, June and October👥 51.7 million

Will it rain in South Korea?

Yes - rain is likely in South Korea today.

A 88% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.

Over the next 7 days, about 1,1 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Tue, Fri, Sat and Sun.

Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for August (1,1 in against a typical 1,6 in).

16-day forecast for South Korea

Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.

DayConditionsHigh / LowPrecipWindUV
Tue, Aug 25🌦️ Light rain85° / 75°88% · 0,2 in3 mph6
Wed, Aug 26☁️ Overcast86° / 75°35%2 mph7
Thu, Aug 27☁️ Overcast84° / 74°37%3 mph6
Fri, Aug 28🌦️ Drizzle85° / 75°47% · 0,0 in4 mph6
Sat, Aug 29⛈️ Thunderstorm with hail83° / 75°74% · 0,7 in9 mph6
Sun, Aug 30🌦️ Light drizzle80° / 75°53% · 0,0 in3 mph3
Mon, Aug 31🌦️ Light drizzle78° / 73°16% · 0,1 in4 mph6
Tue, Sep 1🌦️ Light showers77° / 70°34% · 0,2 in6 mph7
Wed, Sep 2🌦️ Light showers80° / 70°33% · 0,4 in4 mph2
Thu, Sep 3🌦️ Light drizzle85° / 71°27% · 0,0 in8 mph1
Fri, Sep 4🌦️ Light drizzle82° / 72°15% · 0,0 in10 mph7
Sat, Sep 5🌦️ Light drizzle80° / 69°18% · 0,1 in9 mph6
Sun, Sep 6🌤️ Mainly clear81° / 67°35%7 mph6
Mon, Sep 7☁️ Overcast81° / 64°20%5 mph4
Tue, Sep 8☁️ Overcast79° / 67°31%7 mph1
Wed, Sep 9☁️ Overcast73° / 65°27%6 mph1

What this means for South Korea

Compared with normal

Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 85°F is in line with the 87°F typical for this month.

Rain chance explained

A 88% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.

Travel and driving

Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.

Worth knowing

Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.

Worth knowing

The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 86°F.

What to pack, what to skip

Pack for the next 7 days
  • Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
  • Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
  • A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
Worth avoiding
  • If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.

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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 84°F (29°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 76% 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 7:24 PM.

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.
Forecast and observationsOpen-Meteo (ECMWF and national models).
Air quality and pollenCopernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale.
Climate averagesERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years.
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 7:24 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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