Climate of South Korea — Month by Month
Country-wide average for Korea, Republic of. Part of Eastern Asia, Asia.
Located in Eastern Asia, Asia, Korea, Republic of has a strongly continental climate. Country-wide average temperatures range from -1.9°C / 28.6°F in January to 26.1°C / 79°F in August, with annual rainfall totalling around 1429.3000000000002 mm / 56.3 in — driest in January (16.8 mm / 0.7 in), wettest in July (414.4 mm / 16.3 in). These are national averages; regional variation can be substantial, especially in geographically diverse countries. For city-level detail see the cities section below, and for state or province breakdowns follow the subdivisions link if available.
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| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1.9°C28.6°F | 16.8 mm0.7″ | — |
| February | 0.6°C33.1°F | 28.2 mm1.1″ | Snowy |
| March | 5.6°C42.1°F | 36.9 mm1.5″ | — |
| April | 12.3°C54.1°F | 78.4 mm3.1″ | — |
| May | 17.1°C62.8°F | 102.2 mm4″ | — |
| June | 21.3°C70.3°F | 133.3 mm5.2″ | — |
| July | 24.3°C75.7°F | 414.4 mm16.3″ | — |
| August | 26.1°C79°F | 348.2 mm13.7″ | — |
| September | 21.2°C70.2°F | 141.5 mm5.6″ | — |
| October | 14.8°C58.6°F | 52 mm2″ | — |
| November | 7.2°C45°F | 52.5 mm2.1″ | — |
| December | 0.4°C32.7°F | 24.9 mm1″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Korea, Republic of?
Korea, Republic of does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is August at 26.1°C / 79°F, and the driest is January at 16.8 mm / 0.7 in — likely your best travel window.
What is the climate of Korea, Republic of?
Korea, Republic of has country-wide monthly average temperatures ranging from -1.9°C / 28.6°F in January to 26.1°C / 79°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 1429 mm / 56.3 in, with the wettest month being July (414.4 mm / 16.3 in) and the driest January (16.8 mm / 0.7 in). Regional variation within Korea, Republic of can be significant — see subdivision or city pages for detail.
What is the hottest month in Korea, Republic of?
The hottest month in Korea, Republic of is August, with a country-wide average temperature of 26.1°C / 79°F.
What is the coldest month in Korea, Republic of?
The coldest month in Korea, Republic of is January, with a country-wide average temperature of -1.9°C / 28.6°F.
When does it rain most in Korea, Republic of?
The wettest month in Korea, Republic of is July, averaging about 414.4 mm / 16.3 in of rain. The driest is January with about 16.8 mm / 0.7 in.