Mud festival in South Korea
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Gyeongju in December sees low temperatures, with highs around 9°C (48°F) and overnight lows of -1°C (30°F). It's the driest month of the year, with very little snow/rainfall to worry about.
For Gyeongju itself, April, May and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Gyeongju - and find the best time to visit.
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Gyeongju typically drop from around 11°C (52°F) at the start of December to approximately 7°C (45°F) by the end. Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -3°C (27°F) to 0°C (32°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 Gyeongju spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Our historical data for Gyeongju spans 1976 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.
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).
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Gyeongju in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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