Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Gyeongju in September
Gyeongju cools off: highs slip to 76°F (24°C), from 83°F in August, with lows of 67°F (20°C) and about 6.2 in (158 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 66/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 76°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 67°F (20°C)
- Rain
- 6.2 in (158 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 67%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 13 min
- Comfort score
- 66/100 · Good
What September feels like
Highs settle around 76°F (24°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 67°F (20°C).
With 80% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Expect regular rain: about 6.2 in (158 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around September
September sits mid-table; the best months are May and October.
- Last warm month for a while: October highs fall to 68°F.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, July – September.
- Comfort improves from 56/100 in August to 66/100.
- September sits inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov window our Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan route recommends.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clothes76°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics80% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes6.2 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Gyeongju in September
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.
Gyeongju National Museum
Silla gold crowns, the giant Emille Bell and relics from the surrounding tombs.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 6.2 in of rain.
Nearby in September
- Busan in September~47 mi · highs 76°F, 7.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Seoul in September~172 mi · highs 76°F, 5.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Gyeongju?
It's middling, scoring 66/100. The best months are May and October, at up to 88. Expect highs of 76°F (24°C) and 6.2 in (158 mm) of rain. September is inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov window our Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan route recommends.
How hot is Gyeongju in September?
Average highs are 76°F (24°C) and average lows 67°F (20°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Gyeongju in September?
Yes: about 6.2 in (158 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 46.7 in (1187 mm).
What should I pack for Gyeongju in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (76°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (80% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (6.2 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in September
- Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov
Planning Gyeongju in September?
Share this September plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.