Facts checked against live data · 12 Sept 2026

Less good

South Korea in August: Weather, Crowds & What's On

What August is actually like in South Korea — average highs and lows, how much rain to expect, public holidays that fill trains and hotels, and verified places to go.

Average high
29°C
Average low
23°C
Rainfall
262mm

Where this month sits in the year

The 1st warmest month of South Korea's year. The 2nd wettest month, at 20% of the year's rain.

Public holidays in August

Domestic travel peaks around these dates — book earlier and expect busier sights.

  • August 17 광복절 · Liberation Day

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Climate figures are 10-year averages for Seoul, from NASA POWER; holidays from public calendars. Updated monthly.

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