Seoul weather in May
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers. Average highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C, with around 8 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Seoul. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
23°C
Average low
12°C
Rainy days
8 days
Best months to visit
May, June, September
What to do in Seoul in May
Whatever the weather, Seoul rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Korean BBQ
Bukhansan hiking
Myeongdong shopping
DMZ tour
Han River picnic
What to pack for May
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
2C
Cold, and mostly sunny skies.
February
5C
Cold, and mostly sunny skies.
March
12C
Cool, with occasional showers.
April
18C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
May (you are here)
23C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
June
27C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
July
29C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
August
29C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
Recommended
September
25C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
October
19C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
November
11C
Cool, with occasional showers.
December
3C
Cold, with occasional showers.
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