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Seoul, South Korea · Temperate oceanic

Seoul in July: go or not?

Good time. Seoul in July gets 7.6/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 37.57°N · 126.98°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Seoul · July
7.6
22–29°
Temperature
43%
Rain
4h
Sun
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The month in detail

What to expect in July

Summer in Seoul brings pleasant temperatures (84°F) and long sunny days (4.0h of sunshine). Expect rain on 43% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if June (8.3/10) remains theoretically better.

July ranks 4 out of 12 months in Seoul. Compared to June: +4°F daytime, 18 pts more rainy days, −2.3h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in July

UV index
6 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
22°
Sea
27°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
14.4h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 43
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Is July the right month?

The best month in Seoul is June (8.3/10), 0.7 pt higher than July.

See June →See all 12 months →
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.

Country · South Korea

🗣️LanguageKorean
💶CurrencySouth Korean Won (₩)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 86°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 36°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 43%

🏖️ Beach trip

📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
Location

Where is Seoul ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context
South Korea
Temperate oceanic climate with a 8.3 → 4.1 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
37.57°N · 126.98°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Seoul?
June is the best month with 81°F highs, 64°F lows, 6.3h of sunshine and 25.0% rainy days. The months of June & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Seoul get in June?
Seoul averages 6.3 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Seoul?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Seoul in June?
In June, overnight lows reach 64°F, while afternoon highs average 81°F.
Is Seoul good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Seoul scores 4.0/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 7.8/10.
When should you avoid Seoul?
January is the most difficult month to visit Seoul, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Seoul in July?
In July, the sea averages 80°F in Seoul: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Seoul in July?
The average UV index reaches 6 in July in Seoul (high), with about 14.4h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.