What is the weather like in Seoul in May?

Expect temperatures between 12°C and 22°C with 21% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Seoul in May?

Seoul in May scores 67/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Recommended for planning your trip.

Who should visit Seoul in May?

May in Seoul is ideal for: Families with children, Elderly travelers, Outdoor enthusiasts, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples.

Seoul Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

22°C

Hottest around day 31

Avg Low

12°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

3days

21% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Essential Travel Info for Seoul

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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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Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Major Hub

100/ 100

Traffic Index

Extremely busy airport

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Aug

Low

May

Monthly Traffic Distribution

561

Jan

573

Feb

542

Mar

497

Apr

493

May

1078

Jun

1050

Jul

1150

Aug

1054

Sep

1053

Oct

1028

Nov

655

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

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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 May a Good Time to Visit Seoul?

👍Recommended for planning your trip(67/100)

Short Answer

May is excellent for visiting Seoul: comfortable 23°C temperatures, only 21% rain risk, and 9.7h of daily sunshine create ideal conditions for exploration.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Ideal temperature range

22.5°C - perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

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

Plenty of sunshine

9.7h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

43% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Rich cultural heritage

4 UNESCO World Heritage sites nearby

Good For

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Families with children
Comfortable 22.5°C temperatures and low 21% rain risk
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Elderly travelers
Comfortable 22.5°C temperature range with manageable humidity
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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 22.5°C, 21% rain chance
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 98/100 with romantic weather conditions

Who Should Avoid

Suitable for most traveler types

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Seoul in May averages 22°C with 21% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Seoul in May

What are the temperatures in Seoul in May?

Daytime highs average 22°C, nights drop to 12°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Seoul in May?

Expect around 3 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Seoul in May?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is May peak season in Seoul?

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

Seoul Weather in May

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