Seoul weather in August (South Korea)

Is August a good time to explore Seoul weather-wise? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

During August, Seoul usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. August ushers in the summer season. Daytime temperatures hover around 31°C, while nights can cool down to about 22°C. Often, it stands out as the year's warmest month. With this in mind, cool breathable fabrics will make navigating the heat much more bearable. Always be ready to embrace the warmth while staying cool and protected.

Precipitation

Seoul in August usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 260 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 13 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 154 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Seoul. May and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, July, August and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Seoul climate page with graphs.

 

Seoul, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 45%  

Precipitation 260 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 74%  

Windspeed 7 km/h  

Sunshine 154 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 36%  

Where to go in South Korea in August

Find out more about the weather in South Korea and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Seoul.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to South Korea? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in South Korea. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.