Seoul

South Korea

❄️
3°C (37°F)
Feels like -1°C (30°F)

December Weather Details

🌡️ Temperature

Daytime Highs
3°C
(37°F)
Nighttime Lows
-5°C
(23°F)

Cold and dry with a feels-like temperature of -1°C (30°F) .

🌧️ Rainfall

Low

December rainfall patterns vary by location. Check local forecasts for specific precipitation amounts.

💧 Humidity

63% Average

Humidity levels affect how the temperature feels. Higher humidity makes warm temperatures feel hotter.

☀️ Sunshine

6-7 hours daily

December days are shorter in the northern hemisphere. Plan activities accordingly.

🌊 Ocean & Beaches

Water Temperature
8° C
( 46 °F)
Surf Conditions
Moderate to rough

East Sea beaches are cold but beautiful for coastal walks and photography

Temperature, humidity and rainfall are December averages for 2015–2024 (water temperature: Decembers 2022–2024) from Open-Meteo (ERA5 reanalysis), licensed CC BY 4.0.

🎯 Popular Activities

Activities

  • Skiing
  • Hot springs
  • Temple visits
  • Food tours
  • Shopping

Attractions

  • Gyeongbokgung Palace
  • N Seoul Tower
  • Myeongdong
  • Bukchon Hanok Village
  • DMZ

💰 Cost of Living

$2,500
estimated per month
SOLO TRAVELERS

📶 Internet Speed

90
Mbps
Estimated average speed

📊 Quick Facts

Weather Cold and dry
Humidity 63%

✅ December Summary

December in Seoul offers cold and dry weather with temperatures ranging from -5°C (23°F) to 3°C (37°F). The humidity is around 63% and you can expect 6-7 hours daily. Popular activities include Skiing, Hot springs, Temple visits and more. For digital nomads, the cost of living is approximately $2,500 per month and internet speeds average 90 Mbps.