The climate of South Korea, city by city
This page lists the 147 cities in South Korea for which climate normals are available. Each entry covers temperature, rainfall and how the climate changed between 1940 and 2025, computed from ERA5 reanalysis data.
+2.1 °C since 1940
Frequently asked questions
What is the hottest city in South Korea?
The hottest city in South Korea is Gaigeturi, with an average annual temperature of 15.6 °C.
What is the coldest city in South Korea?
The coldest city in South Korea is T’aebaek, with an average annual temperature of 8.9 °C.
What is the wettest city in South Korea?
The wettest city in South Korea is Seogwipo, with 1,536 mm of precipitation per year.
Has the climate of South Korea warmed?
Based on its largest cities, South Korea warmed by +2.1 °C between 1940 and 2025.