December Rainfall and Precipitation in South Korea

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across South Korea in December.

South Korea experiences precipitation in December ranging from low in Andong with 22 mm (0.9 in) of snow/rainfall to moderate in Jeju with 75 mm (3 in) of rainfall. During December, winter is in full swing.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

South Korea precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

How much snow/rainfall does South Korea receive in December?

Seoul sees moderate snow/rainfall in December, averaging around 25 mm (1 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.

How many days does it rain in South Korea in December?

On average, Seoul has about 7 days days of rain in December.

Is December part of the rainy season in South Korea?

Not really. December is outside the wettest stretch of the year in South Korea.

What is the wettest city in December in South Korea?

Looking at our data, Jeju tops the wettest-cities list in South Korea for December, with monthly rainfall averaging 75 mm (3 in).

What is the driest city in December in South Korea?

In our records, Andong stands out as the driest city in South Korea for December, averaging just 22 mm (0.9 in).

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