What is the weather like in Jeju Island in February?

Expect temperatures between 4°C and 9°C with 27% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Jeju Island in February?

Jeju Island in February scores 54/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Good option with minor considerations.

Who should visit Jeju Island in February?

February in Jeju Island is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers, Adventure seekers, Heat-sensitive visitors.

Jeju Island Weather in February | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

9°C

Hottest around day 27

Avg Low

4°C

Coolest around day 7

Rainy Days

16days

27% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in February

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

14.7°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🥶Polar Plunge

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

❄️Cold water hazard

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Jeju Island coastline

Essential Travel Info for Jeju Island

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Currency

KRW

₩ South Korean won

Language

Korean

Driving

Right side

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.779

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

55/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Aug

Low

May

Monthly Traffic Distribution

216

Jan

220

Feb

214

Mar

165

Apr

160

May

237

Jun

229

Jul

246

Aug

234

Sep

240

Oct

219

Nov

219

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Seoul-si Gimpo (GMP)

Busan-si Gimhae (PUS)

Cheongju (CJJ)

Gwangju (KWJ)

Daegu-si Daegu (TAE)

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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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is February a Good Time to Visit Jeju Island?

👌Good option with minor considerations(54/100)

Short Answer

⚠️ February falls in Jeju Island's typhoon season. While daily weather averages 9°C with 27% rain, tropical storms can disrupt travel. Flexible bookings recommended.

Decision Factors

Typhoon season active

Western Pacific zone - expect potential typhoon activity

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Peak tourist season

89% of annual peak - expect crowds and high prices

Cold sea - swimming challenging

14.7°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge

Health precautions needed

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

Good For

🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
💼
Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
🎯
Adventure seekers
1.46m waves - good for surfing and water sports
🌡️
Heat-sensitive visitors
Manageable 8.8°C without oppressive humidity

Who Should Avoid

🏖️
Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 14.7°C - too cold for comfortable swimming
💰
Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
💼
Business travelers
Storm season may cause flight disruptions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Jeju Island in February averages 9°C with 27% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Jeju Island in February

What are the temperatures in Jeju Island in February?

Daytime highs average 9°C, nights drop to 4°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Jeju Island in February?

Expect around 16 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Jeju Island in February?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is February peak season in Jeju Island?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Jeju Island Weather in February