Mid-summer · Weather & things to do
Gyeongju in July
The year's rain peaks now, with about 8.9 in (226 mm) falling in Gyeongju, alongside highs near 81°F (27°C) and lows of 72°F (22°C).
With a comfort score of 51/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 72°F (22°C)
- Rain
- 8.9 in (226 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 73%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 12 min
- Comfort score
- 51/100 · Fair
What July feels like
Highs settle around 81°F (27°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Even at night it stays warm, around 72°F (22°C).
With 84% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Expect regular rain: about 8.9 in (226 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May and October.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (July – September), which brings about 22.7 in (576 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 70/100 in June to 51/100.
- Our Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes81°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics84% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes8.9 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Gyeongju in July
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond
Rebuilt Silla palace pavilions reflected in a lotus pond, best lit up at night.
Daereungwon Tomb Complex
Grassy burial mounds of Silla royalty; enter Cheonmachong to see a tomb's interior.
Gyochon Hanok Village
Restored hanok village by Woljeonggyo Bridge, home of the Choi clan's historic house.
Hwangnidan-gil
Hanok-lined street of cafes, bakeries and casual restaurants near the tombs.
Seokguram Grotto
Granite Buddha in a man-made cave grotto on Tohamsan, viewed behind glass.
Nearby in July
- Busan in July~47 mi · highs 76°F, 11.3 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Seoul in July~172 mi · highs 82°F, 14.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
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 July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Gyeongju?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 51/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are May and October. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 8.9 in (226 mm) of rain. Our Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Gyeongju in July?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 72°F (22°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Gyeongju in July?
Yes: about 8.9 in (226 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 46.7 in (1187 mm).
What should I pack for Gyeongju in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (81°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (84% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (8.9 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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