South Korea weather in December
Thinking about venturing to South Korea this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in South Korea in December?
December in South Korea generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. In December, it is winter.
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 4°C in Pyeongchang to 12°C in Seogwipo. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C in Seogwipo and -7°C in Pyeongchang .
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Andong with an average of 22 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Jeju with 75 mm. The city Seoul usually sees around 163 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
For specific regional insights in South Korea for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our South Korea climate page.
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Popular destinations in South Korea
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Average weather in Seoul
In December Seoul generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Busan
In December Busan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Jeju
In December Jeju generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Seogwipo
In December Seogwipo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Incheon
In December Incheon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in South Korea.
Is December the best time to visit South Korea?
In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to South Korea with often poor weather in Seoul.
On average, the best time to visit South Korea is in May and October with generally perfect weather in Seoul. The weather in January, July, August and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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