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With daytime temperatures of 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows of -3°C (27°F), December in Daegu brings low temperatures during the day. It is also the driest month of the year, with minimal snow/rainfall.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April, May and October typically offer the best weather for Daegu.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Daegu - and find the best time to visit.
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Daegu typically drop from around 10°C (50°F) at the start of December to approximately 6°C (43°F) by the end. Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -4°C (25°F) to -1°C (30°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Daegu spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Daegu between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during December.
Find out more about the weather in South Korea and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of South Korea in December →
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).
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Daegu in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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