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Gyeongju in October
Gyeongju weather in October - South Korea
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Gyeongju Weather in October

Plan your October trip to Gyeongju, South Korea. Based on 30 years of NASA data, expect temperatures of 20°C (high) to 12°C (low), with 15% rain probability and 8 hours of daily sunshine. Great conditions with only 0 rainy days expected.

Avg High
20°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low
12°C

Coolest around day 30

Rainy Days
0days

15% avg rain chance

Sunshine
8hrs/day

Autumn season

Gyeongju October Weather Calendar

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Day 1
cloudy
Cloudy
23°C23%
Day 2
cloudy
Cloudy
23°C23%
Day 3
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
23°C18%
Day 4
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
22°C19%
Day 5
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
22°C18%
Day 6
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
22°C19%
Day 7
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
21°C17%
Day 8
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
21°C17%
Day 9
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
21°C14%
Day 10
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
21°C14%
Day 11
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
21°C14%
Day 12
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
21°C12%
Day 13
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
21°C14%
Day 14
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
21°C16%
Day 15
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
21°C14%
Day 16
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
20°C14%
Day 17
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
20°C14%
Day 18
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
20°C13%
Day 19
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
19°C12%
Day 20
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
19°C16%
Day 21
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
19°C16%
Day 22
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
19°C19%
Day 23
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
19°C17%
Day 24
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
19°C17%
Day 25
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
19°C14%
Day 26
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
18°C14%
Day 27
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
18°C11%
Day 28
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
18°C10%
Day 29
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
18°C8%
Day 30
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
18°C7%
Day 31
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
17°C8%

Essential Travel Info for Gyeongju

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Currency

KRW

₩ South Korean won

Language

Korean

Driving

Right side

Connect

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.779

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

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Moderate
46/ 100
Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

0

slots per day

Peak

Feb

Low

Jul

Monthly Traffic Distribution

165
Jan
165
Feb
158
Mar
129
Apr
131
May
121
Jun
106
Jul
139
Aug
139
Sep
139
Oct
139
Nov
139
Dec
Traffic Level
Low Season

Key Connections

Jeju City Jeju (CJU)
Fukuoka (FUK)
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan (TPE)
Osaka Kansai (KIX)
Seoul-si Gimpo (GMP)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

10 Recommendations
COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to South Korea.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to South Korea. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to South Korea.

Japanese Encephalitis

Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese encephalitis season.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of South Korea take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasLimited to the months of March–December in rural areas in the northern parts of the provinces of Incheon (also spelled Inch’ŏn), Gangwon (also spelled Kangwŏn), and Gyeonggi (also spelled Kyŏnggi), including the demilitarized zone (DMZ)Drug resistanceNoneSpeciesP. vivax(100%)Recommended chemoprophylaxisAtovaquone-proguanil, chloroquine, doxycycline, mefloquine, primaquine5, or tafenoquine2Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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Is October a Good Time to Visit Gyeongju?

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Short Answer

October is excellent for visiting Gyeongju: comfortable 20°C temperatures, only 15% rain risk, and 7.9h of daily sunshine create ideal conditions for exploration.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Ideal temperature range

20.1°C - perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Avian/Bird Flu, Hantavirus

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

84% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

  • 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
    Families with children

    Comfortable 20.1°C temperatures and low 15% rain risk

  • 👴
    Elderly travelers

    Comfortable 20.1°C temperature range with manageable humidity

  • 🥾
    Outdoor enthusiasts

    Ideal hiking conditions: 20.1°C, 15% rain chance

  • 📸
    Photographers

    7.9h sunshine, 51% clear skies for golden hour shots

  • 🏛️
    Cultural tourists

    Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites

Who Should Avoid

Suitable for most traveler types

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"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Gyeongju in October averages 20°C with 15% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Gyeongju in October

What are the temperatures in Gyeongju in October?

Daytime highs average 20°C, nights drop to 12°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Gyeongju in October?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Gyeongju in October?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is October peak season in Gyeongju?

This is typically peak season with higher prices. Book 2-3 months ahead.