Month guide · Seoul · South Korea
Seoul in July
What July is really like in Seoul: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
July is a month many travellers avoid. Expect average highs of 29°C (84°F), lows of 22°C (72°F), about 16 rainy days and roughly 14.5 hours of daylight. The heart of the monsoon: heavy downpours, high humidity and sticky nights; indoor sights and early starts help.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 29°C (84°F) / 22°C (72°F)
- Rainy days
- About 16
- Daylight
- About 14.5 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in July
July is the 2nd-warmest month in Seoul: days average 29°C (84°F) against a yearly average high of 17°C (63°F), and nights fall to about 22°C (72°F). Rain falls on roughly 16 of its 31 days. Compared with June (28°C (82°F)), July is about as warm; by August highs stay near 30°C (86°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 05:23
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 19:53
- Daylight
- About 14.5 hours
Summer (June–August). Hot and humid, with the jangma monsoon bringing heavy rain from late June through July; river parks and night markets come alive.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, July rates 4 for crowds (the peak is April at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in October). Book accommodation early: July is one of the pricier months.
Events in July
- Boknal — the hottest days, when locals eat samgyetang (mid-July to mid-August)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in July
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Architecture · Dongdaemun
Dongdaemun Design Plaza
Visit after dark, when the LED rose garden and the building's lit curves are most photogenic.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Architecture
- After dark
- Photo spot
- Shopping
Waterfront · Jongno
Cheonggyecheon Stream
An elevated highway was torn down in the 2000s to restore this stream, which now runs about 11 km through downtown Seoul below street level.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- After dark
- Couples
- Kids
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Park · Yeouido and Banpo
Han River parks and Banpo Bridge
Do as locals do: order fried chicken for delivery to the riverbank and watch the fountain show.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Couples
- After dark
- Kids
Nature · Northern Seoul
Bukhansan National Park
Granite peaks rise to 836 metres at Baegundae within the city's northern edge, with temples, fortress walls and trails reachable by subway and bus.
- Time needed
- 4–6 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Nature
- Active
- Views
- Outdoors
What to pack
For highs near 29°C, lows near 22°C and 16 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is July a good time to visit Seoul?
A month many travellers avoid, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, April–May and September–November are better overall. Compare every month.
Seoul in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is July a good time to visit Seoul?
It is a month many travellers avoid. The heart of the monsoon: heavy downpours, high humidity and sticky nights; indoor sights and early starts help.
+How warm is Seoul in July?
Average highs are around 29°C (84°F) and lows around 22°C (72°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Seoul in July?
Expect rain on about 16 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.