Seoul Weather Forecast
Seoul weather: 84°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Seoul weather in May
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Climate in Seoul 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 | 87° | 75° | 7,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 80° | 67° | 8,6 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).
Best time to visit Seoul
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.
What to pack, what to skip
- 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
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Seoul compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Seoul.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Busan | 202 mi | 58°F | +35°F warmer | 54 in |
| Haeundae Beach | 206 mi | 59°F | +36°F warmer | 55 in |
| Jeju Island | 282 mi | 62°F | +40°F warmer | 75 in |
| Hyeopjae Beach | 291 mi | 63°F | +40°F warmer | 58 in |
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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 84°F (29°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 76% and wind is 3 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 9:57 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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| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - 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 August 25, 2026 at 9:57 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
