Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Seoul in April
Seoul warms up: highs climb to 60°F (15°C), from 48°F in March, with lows of 40°F (5°C) and about 2.8 in (72 mm) of rain.
It scores 80/100 for comfort, 3rd of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 60°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 40°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 2.8 in (72 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 53%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 59 min
- Comfort score
- 80/100 · Great
What April feels like
Days are mild at around 60°F (15°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 40°F (5°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.8 in (72 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around April
April is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May and October).
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 7°C (12°F) from March.
- Comfort improves from 65/100 in March to 80/100.
- April sits inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov window our Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan route recommends.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 40°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.8 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Seoul in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
The largest of Seoul's Joseon palaces, with a guard-changing ceremony at the main gate.
Myeongdong Kyoja
Long-running spot for kalguksu knife-cut noodles and dumplings since 1966.
Euljiro Nogari Alley
Plastic tables, cheap beer and dried pollack snacks spill into the street each evening.
Why now April scores 80/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Gwangjang Market
Century-old market with stalls frying mung bean pancakes and serving yukhoe and mayak gimbap.
National Museum of Korea
Free national collection spanning gold Silla crowns to Joseon ceramics.
Nearby in April
- Gyeongju in April~172 mi · highs 62°F, 3.7 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Busan in April~202 mi · highs 59°F, 5.4 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.
Seoul in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Seoul?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 80/100 against a best of 94 in May and October. Expect highs of 60°F (15°C) and 2.8 in (72 mm) of rain. April is inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov window our Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan route recommends.
How cold is Seoul in April?
Average highs are 60°F (15°C) and average lows 40°F (5°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Seoul in April?
Some: about 2.8 in (72 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 48.9 in (1241 mm).
What should I pack for Seoul in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 40°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.8 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in April
- Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov
Planning Seoul in April?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.