Seoul weather in October (South Korea)

Looking to travel to Seoul in October? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In Seoul the weather in October is generally perfect, with pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 21°C (show in °F), while night temperatures can drop to 9°C.

Seoul in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 55 mm (show in inches) for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 7 days of rain are anticipated.

The weather is predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 207 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, October is one of the better months to visit Seoul. May and October typically offer the most agreeable weather. On the other hand, January, July, August and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as favorable.

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

 

Seoul, monthly averages in October

Show in Fahrenheit
Min Temperature 8.7°C  
Max Temperature 20.8°C  
Chance of Rain 22%  
Precipitation 55 mm  
Rainy days 7 days  
Humidity 62%  
Windspeed 7 km/h  
Sunshine 207 hours  
Percentage Sunshine 59%  

Where to go in South Korea in October

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

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20-29ºC / 68-84ºF and not too much precipitation (less than 90mm / 3.5inches a month).

So, what should you wear in Seoul in October?

​ For visitors traveling to Seoul, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. ​ ​

What To Do

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate 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 climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.