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The pleasant Weather in South Korea promotes year round tourism in this country. South Korea enjoys temperate climate that is marked by heavier rainfall in summer months than in winter months. Keep reading to know more about Weather in South Korea, including its yearly average temperatures, mean temperatures, precipitation levels, wind conditions, seasons and the best time to visit.

Weather in South Korea: Seasonal Cycle

South Korea falls in the East Asian monsoonal region and has four distinct seasons. The weather conditions in South Korea are more influenced by the movement of air masses from the Asian continent rather than by the air movement from the Pacific Ocean. Winter season in South Korea is characterized by long, cold and dry spells, whereas summer months in the country are short, hot and humid.

Though spring and autumn time in South Korea are pleasant, but they are considerably short lived. The mean temperature of Seoul in the month of January ranges between -5° C to - 2.5° C; whereas in July the mean temperatures hover between 22.5° C to 25° C, The southern and sea girt location of Cheju Island enables it to enjoy warmer and milder weather conditions compared to other parts of South Korea. The mean temperatures on Cheju Island range from 2.5° C in the month of January to 25° C in the month of July.

Weather in South Korea: Rainfall

South Korea receives ample rainfall to sustain its agriculture. Most years record an average precipitation of 75 centimeters of rain fall in the country. Many regions of South Korea receive annual rainfall well above the mark of 100 centimeters in a year. However, despite of high precipitation levels, South Korea is prone to serious droughts that occur about once every eight years. The rice-producing southwestern part of the country is more vulnerable to this natural hazard. In the late summer period, especially in August, South Korea is also prone to typhoons that bring heavy torrential rains in their wake.

Weather in South Korea: Best Time to Visit

Autumn is the best time to visit South Korea, as at this time of the year skies are clear and sunny and the entire land is covered by spectacular autumn foliage that draws tourists from far and wide.

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