Mid-summer · Weather & things to do
Seoul in July
The year's rain peaks now, with about 14.2 in (361 mm) falling in Seoul, alongside highs near 82°F (28°C) and lows of 70°F (21°C).
With a comfort score of 47/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 82°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 70°F (21°C)
- Rain
- 14.2 in (361 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 76%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 21 min
- Comfort score
- 47/100 · Fair
What July feels like
Highs settle around 82°F (28°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 70°F (21°C).
Humidity averages 84%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
It's a very wet month, with around 14.2 in (361 mm) of rain, so keep plans flexible and have indoor backups ready.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 76%.
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 29.9 in (759 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 75/100 in June to 47/100.
- Our Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes82°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics84% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes14.2 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Seoul in July
With 14.2 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Myeongdong Kyoja
Long-running spot for kalguksu knife-cut noodles and dumplings since 1966.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 14.2 in of rain.
N Seoul Tower
Tower atop Namsan with a cable car and city views stretching to the mountains.
Gwangjang Market
Century-old market with stalls frying mung bean pancakes and serving yukhoe and mayak gimbap.
Why now Easy to slot in when July's rain moves in.
National Museum of Korea
Free national collection spanning gold Silla crowns to Joseon ceramics.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 14.2 in of rain.
Bukhansan National Park
Granite peaks inside city limits; the Baegundae summit hike takes about 4 hours round trip.
Nearby in July
- Gyeongju in July~172 mi · highs 81°F, 8.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Busan in July~202 mi · highs 76°F, 11.3 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, 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.
Seoul in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Seoul?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 47/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are May and October. Expect highs of 82°F (28°C) and 14.2 in (361 mm) of rain. Our Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Seoul in July?
Average highs are 82°F (28°C) and average lows 70°F (21°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Seoul in July?
Yes: about 14.2 in (361 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 48.9 in (1241 mm).
What should I pack for Seoul in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (82°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (84% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (14.2 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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