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South Korea in February: Weather, Crowds & What's On
What February 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
- 4°C
- Average low
- -4°C
- Rainfall
- 27mm
Where this month sits in the year
The 10th warmest month of South Korea's year. The 11th wettest month, at 2% of the year's rain.
Public holidays in February
Domestic travel peaks around these dates — book earlier and expect busier sights.
- February 6, 2027 설날 전날 · The day preceding Korean New Year
- February 7, 2027 설날 · Korean New Year
- February 8, 2027 설날 다음날 · The second day of Korean New Year
- February 9, 2027 설날 대체 휴일 · Alternative holiday for Korean New Year
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Climate figures are 10-year averages for Seoul, from NASA POWER; holidays from public calendars. Updated monthly.