Late winter · Weather & things to do
Gyeongju in February
Gyeongju warms up: highs climb to 45°F (7°C), from 41°F in January, with lows of 33°F (0°C) and about 1.8 in (45 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 56/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 45°F (7°C)
- Avg low
- 33°F (0°C)
- Rain
- 1.8 in (45 mm)
- Humidity
- 71%
- Cloud cover
- 60%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 41 min
- Comfort score
- 56/100 · Fair
What February feels like
Cool days top out near 45°F (7°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Nights cool to an average low of 33°F (0°C).
Rain is moderate at about 1.8 in (45 mm) for the month.
Plan around February
February sits mid-table; the best months are May and October.
- Comfort improves from 52/100 in January to 56/100.
- Our Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Insulated jackethighs only 45°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Gyeongju in February
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
Bulguksa Temple
UNESCO-listed 8th-century temple with stone stairways and two famous pagodas.
Cheomseongdae Observatory
7th-century stone tower, among the oldest surviving observatories in Asia.
Hwangnidan-gil
Hanok-lined street of cafes, bakeries and casual restaurants near the tombs.
Gyochon Hanok Village
Restored hanok village by Woljeonggyo Bridge, home of the Choi clan's historic house.
Seokguram Grotto
Granite Buddha in a man-made cave grotto on Tohamsan, viewed behind glass.
Nearby in February
- Busan in February~47 mi · highs 49°F, 2.3 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Seoul in February~172 mi · highs 38°F, 1.2 in rain or snow · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Gyeongju in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Gyeongju?
It's middling, scoring 56/100. The best months are May and October, at up to 88. Expect highs of 45°F (7°C) and 1.8 in (45 mm) of rain. Our Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Gyeongju in February?
Average highs are 45°F (7°C) and average lows 33°F (0°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Gyeongju in February?
Not much: about 1.8 in (45 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 46.7 in (1187 mm).
What should I pack for Gyeongju in February?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 45°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Gyeongju in February?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.