Jeju, South KoreaQuick decision
When to visit Jeju?
🌞 Best time overall
May
🌡️ Optimal temperature
59°F–72°F in May
🌧 Least rain
36% rainy days in May
🌧 Wettest month
January (46%)
📅 Best score
7.5/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Hallasan & VolcanoesApril–May or October — summit climb (1,950m), autumn colours.
Haenyeo DiversYear-round — traditional women divers, shows and markets.
Lava BeachesJune–August — Hyeopjae, Hamdeok and black volcanic coastline.
Tangerines & FoodNovember–January — tangerine harvest, black pork BBQ and seafood.
Monthly climate data
Jeju weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 37°F | 46°F | 46% | 0.1in | 6.3h | 3.9/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 36°F | 46°F | 43% | 0.1in | 7.8h | 4.1/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 43°F | 55°F | 40% | 0.2in | 9.7h | 5.3/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 52°F | 64°F | 34% | 0.2in | 10.9h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 59°F | 72°F | 36% | 0.2in | 10.6h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 66°F | 77°F | 45% | 0.3in | 9.7h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 77°F | 84°F | 57% | 0.3in | 10.5h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 79°F | 86°F | 59% | 0.3in | 12.3h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ September | 72°F | 79°F | 63% | 0.5in | 9.4h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 63°F | 68°F | 41% | 0.2in | 9.8h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ November | 50°F | 61°F | 35% | 0.1in | 8.4h | 6.8/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 41°F | 50°F | 42% | 0.1in | 6.0h | 4.1/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Acceptable
Average 18°F, 37% rainy days, 10.4h sunshine/day. Score: 6.6/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 28°F, 54% rainy days, 10.8h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 21°F, 46% rainy days, 9.2h sunshine/day. Score: 7.0/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Challenging climate
Average 9°F, 44% rainy days, 6.7h sunshine/day. Score: 4.0/10.
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FAQ
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May is ideal with 36% rainy days and 22°F.
January is the wettest month with 46% rainy days.
Yes, May is the best month with an average of 22°F.
In winter, the average score is 4.0/10. Difficult period — prefer the peak season.
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