Monthly climate guide
Seoul weather in October
October in Seoul is typically mild, with average daytime highs around 19°C (66°F) and night-time lows near 10°C (49°F). The month usually brings about 62 mm of rain (some rain) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 6°C cooler than September and 8°C warmer than November.
What stands out in October
- Good walking weather for combining N Seoul Tower and Gyeongbokgung Palace in one day.
- It's one of the sunniest months here, with cloud cover around 43%.
- Seoul is usually about 2°C warmer than Chuncheon, 70 km away, in October.
- Temperatures are falling — expect highs around 8°C lower by November.
Avg high
19°C
66°F
Avg low
10°C
49°F
Rainfall
62 mm
some rain
Humidity
73%
relative
Sky
43%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Seoul weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C / 33°F | -7°C / 20°F | 17 mm | 76% | 56% |
| February | 3°C / 38°F | -5°C / 23°F | 33 mm | 73% | 53% |
| March | 9°C / 49°F | 0°C / 31°F | 30 mm | 74% | 48% |
| April | 16°C / 60°F | 5°C / 41°F | 74 mm | 73% | 53% |
| May | 22°C / 71°F | 11°C / 52°F | 76 mm | 73% | 54% |
| June | 26°C / 79°F | 17°C / 62°F | 106 mm | 74% | 63% |
| July | 28°C / 82°F | 21°C / 70°F | 345 mm | 83% | 75% |
| August | 29°C / 84°F | 22°C / 72°F | 243 mm | 82% | 65% |
| September | 25°C / 76°F | 17°C / 62°F | 108 mm | 77% | 55% |
| October | 19°C / 66°F | 10°C / 49°F | 62 mm | 73% | 43% |
| November | 11°C / 52°F | 3°C / 37°F | 59 mm | 75% | 55% |
| December | 3°C / 37°F | -5°C / 24°F | 26 mm | 76% | 55% |
What to pack for October
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is October a good time to visit Seoul?
Our Seoul guide recommends: April to June or September to November, avoiding the summer monsoon and winter cold.
Wear a traditional hanbok (rentable near the palaces) for free entry to Gyeongbokgung — a popular and inexpensive way to visit.
Best time to visit Seoul →Other South Korea cities in October
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Seoul in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Seoul?
Yes. October is one of the best months for Seoul, with highs around 19°C and about 62 mm of rain.
How warm is Seoul in October?
Average highs are about 19°C (66°F) and average lows about 10°C (49°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Seoul in October?
Seoul typically gets around 62 mm of rain in October — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Seoul?
April to June or September to November, avoiding the summer monsoon and winter cold.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Seoul (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.