2025 Korea Travel Guide

Korea's distinct four seasons offer a variety of exciting experiences year-round, from spring flower festivals, vibrant summer beaches, fall foliage trails to romantic winter snowflakes. Then, what are the best months to visit Korea? Check out the monthly weather, along with highlights like festivals, activities, and seasonal delicacies! 🗺️ 🔍

Early spring marks the end of the winter season. The chill of winter lingers, making mornings and evenings brisk, but temperatures gradually rise during the day. It's still cold in March, so make sure to pack a warm coat! Also, it's better to wear multiple layers of clothing during this time of year.

April is the peak spring season. The weather is mild, perfect for a day trip or picnics, with a refreshing spring breeze and clear skies. While it's warm during the day, it can be chilly in the mornings and evenings, so pack a light jacket, cardigan, or thin coat. Although it doesn't rain very often, there can be light spring shower, so carry an umbrella or a raincoat.

During the day, temperatures often rise above 20°C, making it ideal for outdoor activities. At night, temperatures can drop to around 10°C, so the temperature difference can be huge. We recommend wearing a light blouse with a cardigan or jacket.

June marks the start of summer. The hot weather continues throughout the day, with temperatures reaching up to 30°C. The monsoon season begins nationwide in Korea in late June, and temperatures may drop temporarily when it rains, so bring a light cardigan.

July is the hottest and rainiest month of the year. The monsoon season is in full swing, with over 300mm of rain, and the weather is hot and humid, making outdoor activities difficult. It's best to wear light clothes and waterproof shoes like sandals or Crocs.

Following the monsoon season, the real heat sets in. Hot and humid weather continues, with temperatures often going over 30°C. Even after the monsoon season ends, it still rains from time to time, so bring an umbrella or raincoat.

Summer starts to fade, and autumn is just around the corner. The intense heat finally eases up. It doesn’t rain as often as in summer, but typhoons can still bring heavy downpours. Since the temperature difference between day and night gets bigger, carrying a light jacket is recommended.

Fall is the perfect time to travel Korea with its pleasantly cool weather. It is ideal for outdoor activities due to lower rainfall and humidity. Mornings and evenings can be chilly, so pack a light jacket or trench coat.

The weather starts to get chilly, and early November is the perfect time to enjoy the beautiful autumn scenery, as colorful fall foliage spreads everywhere. Temperatures rarely fall below freezing, so it’s still comfortable for outdoor activities. However, by late November, it starts to get much colder, so be sure to bring a thick cardigan or scarf to stay warm.

As winter sets in, temperatures drop sharply, and cold weather continues. December is marked by low temperatures and strong winds, so a thick jacket is needed when venturing out! In recent years, December has seen significant temperature fluctuations and increased rainfall, so bring an umbrella.

January is the coldest time of the year. With low temperatures, cold winds, and dry weather, be careful not to catch a cold. Make sure to wear a thick coat or jacket with a scarf, if you plan on spending time outside.

February is considered to be the last month of winter. Temperatures gradually rise, and in recent years, the average temperature has tended to be higher than usual. February brings large temperature differences and unpredictable weather, so make sure to wear multiple layers.