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South Korea Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in South Korea in October.

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Planning a trip to South Korea this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in South Korea in October

October in South Korea generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Pyeongchang at 18°C (64°F) to warm in Changwon at 23°C (73°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Changwon and 6°C (43°F) in Pyeongchang .

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of South Korea, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Ganghwa with an average of 52 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Gangneung with 92 mm (3.6 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Seoul enjoys approximately 207 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore South Korea by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in South Korea — and find the best time to visit. (based on Seoul)

January3°C (37°F) February6°C (43°F) March12°C (54°F) April19°C (66°F) May24°C (75°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August31°C (88°F) September27°C (81°F) October21°C (70°F) November13°C (55°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in South Korea in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across South Korea.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in South Korea

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in South Korea?

Temperature range in South Korea (October)

Precipitation variation in South Korea (October)

Seoul

In October Seoul generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
21°C (70°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
9°C (48°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
207 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Seoul →

Busan

In October Busan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
208 hours
194 hours
Monthly rainfall
171 mm (6.7 in)
75 mm (3 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
tolerable
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Jeju

In October Jeju generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
178 hours
126 hours
Monthly rainfall
178 mm (7 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Jeju →

Seogwipo

In October Seogwipo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
209 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
200 mm (7.9 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Seogwipo →

Incheon

In October Incheon generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
218 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
unpleasant
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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in South Korea in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Seoul 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Busan 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Jeju 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Seogwipo 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Incheon 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Sokcho 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 76 mm (3 in)

South Korea weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in South Korea in October?

South Korea typically experiences perfect weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Seoul average around 21°C (70°F), and temperatures drop to about 9°C (48°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in South Korea in October?

Daytime temperatures in Seoul peak at roughly 21°C (70°F) in October, dropping to about 9°C (48°F) overnight.

Does South Korea get a lot of rain in October?

October is on the drier side in South Korea. Seoul averages only about 55 mm (2.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit South Korea?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit South Korea with overall perfect weather in Seoul. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, May and October provide perfect weather in Seoul. On the other hand, the months of January, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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