At a glance
| Metric | Harbin | Seoul |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 28°C | 29°C |
| Coldest month low | -20°C | -6°C |
| Annual rainfall | 740 mm | 1404 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 8.9 h/day | 8.4 h/day |
| Best months | April–May & September | April–May & October |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Harbin | Seoul | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0.8 · Challenging | 1.8 · Challenging | Seoul |
| February | 0.8 · Challenging | 3.3 · Poor | Seoul |
| March | 3.7 · Poor | 6.6 · Fair | Seoul |
| April | 8.5 · Excellent | 9.8 · Excellent | Seoul |
| May | 9.2 · Excellent | 9.6 · Excellent | Seoul |
| June | 8.2 · Good | 8.9 · Excellent | Seoul |
| July | 6.7 · Fair | 5.2 · Fair | Harbin |
| August | 8.0 · Good | 5.1 · Fair | Harbin |
| September | 9.3 · Excellent | 8.8 · Excellent | Harbin |
| October | 7.2 · Good | 9.8 · Excellent | Seoul |
| November | 0.0 · Challenging | 6.2 · Fair | Seoul |
| December | 0.6 · Challenging | 2.0 · Challenging | Seoul |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Harbin or Seoul?
Seoul has the better travel weather in 9 of 12 months, versus 3 for Harbin — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Harbin?
The best months to visit Harbin are April–May & September, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Seoul?
The best months to visit Seoul are April–May & October, based on six years of climate data.
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