Average weather for South Korea in October
It's pleasantly warm in October in South Korea with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 25°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 16°C.
Start of October
The month of October starts in South Korea with warm temps, averaging around 24°C during the day and nights around 14°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 22°C, with nights around 10°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in South Korea is around 19°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In October, there is an average of 108 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
South Korea in October |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
21°C | 21°C | |
 Max. temperature |
25°C | 26°C | |
| Min. temperature |
17°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
108 mm | 119 mm | |
| Rainy days |
6 days | 13 days | |
September
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit South Korea?
Looking for sun? October isn’t a good month to be in South Korea. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 29°C in 2017, South Korea reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 23°C.
Check out the climate of South Korea for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in South Korea is based on weather data from Seoul. Other places, like Busan, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in South Korea to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in October in South Korea
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October for South Korea, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in South Korea
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for South Korea, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect about 6 days of precipitation in South Korea.
Daily UV index in October in South Korea
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in South Korea, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in South Korea over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in South Korea, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in October in South Korea over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in South Korea, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in October for South Korea
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in South Korea. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in South Korea by month
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