Early spring · Weather & things to do
Seoul in March
Seoul warms up: highs climb to 48°F (9°C), from 38°F in February, with lows of 30°F (-1°C) and about 1.5 in (37 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 65/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 48°F (9°C)
- Avg low
- 30°F (-1°C)
- Rain
- 1.5 in (37 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 50%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 43 min
- Comfort score
- 65/100 · Good
What March feels like
Afternoons only reach about 48°F (9°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
Average lows of 30°F (-1°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
Rain is moderate at about 1.5 in (37 mm) for the month.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are May and October.
- Last month with freezing nights on average; by April, lows rise to 40°F.
- Comfort improves from 53/100 in February to 65/100.
- Our Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov, so March falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for March
- Insulated jackethighs only 48°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 30°F
- Shoes with gripfrost and ice are possible
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Seoul in March
March is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Euljiro Nogari Alley
Plastic tables, cheap beer and dried pollack snacks spill into the street each evening.
Why now March scores 65/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
N Seoul Tower
Tower atop Namsan with a cable car and city views stretching to the mountains.
Bukchon Hanok Village
Hillside lanes of traditional tiled-roof homes between two palaces.
Changdeokgung Secret Garden (Huwon)
Guided walks through a royal garden of ponds, pavilions and old trees behind Changdeokgung.
Why now Highs near 48°F and 1.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Bukhansan National Park
Granite peaks inside city limits; the Baegundae summit hike takes about 4 hours round trip.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in March
- Gyeongju in March~172 mi · highs 53°F, 2.4 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Busan in March~202 mi · highs 54°F, 3.4 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, 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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Seoul?
It's middling, scoring 65/100. The best months are May and October, at up to 94. Expect highs of 48°F (9°C) and 1.5 in (37 mm) of rain. Our Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Seoul in March?
Average highs are 48°F (9°C) and average lows 30°F (-1°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it rain a lot in Seoul in March?
Not much: about 1.5 in (37 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 48.9 in (1241 mm).
What should I pack for Seoul in March?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 48°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 30°F), shoes with grip (frost and ice are possible) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Seoul in March?
Share this March plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.