Seoul 

Seoul is hailed as one of the most vibrant cities in Asia, attracting millions of visitors from all the corners of the world. As the capital city of South Korea, it is home to sprawling modern structures and efficient public transportation as well as rich cultures and remnants of history that dates back more than 2000 years. In addition to its majestic grand palaces, Buddhist temples, and unique shrines, present-day Seoul has plenty to offer its tourists such as grand palaces from the Joseon dynasty, Asia’s biggest theme parks, Buddhist temples, as well as vibrant districts dedicated to shopping. Before packing your bags and jet off to Seoul, make sure to check out our comprehensive Seoul hotels and travel guide so that you able to enjoy everything that this city has to offer.

Seoul is equipped with two airports, Incheon Airport and Gimpo Airport. Most visitors arrive via Incheon International Airport(IATA: ICN), located on Yeongjong Island in the neighboring city of Incheon and covered in detail in its own article.

Weather in Seoul 

Seoul is classed as having a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but temperature differences between the hottest part of summer and the depths of winter are extreme. In summer, humid weather with temperatures soaring as high as 35°C (95°F) on occasion. In winter the city’s temperature is almost as low as -20°C (-4°F) in severe cold waves.

Average Monthly Temperatures

The warmest month is July with 34°C and coldest January with 8°C

Sunlight

Sunrise is happening on average at 06:27, while sunset at 18:38. The average daylight is 12h 11min, which is 4 minutes shorter than in London.