At a glance
| Metric | Osaka | Seoul |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 33°C | 29°C |
| Coldest month low | 1°C | -6°C |
| Annual rainfall | 1792 mm | 1404 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 8.6 h/day | 8.4 h/day |
| Best months | April–May & October–November | April–May & October |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Osaka | Seoul | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4.8 · Poor | 1.8 · Challenging | Osaka |
| February | 5.5 · Fair | 3.3 · Poor | Osaka |
| March | 6.7 · Fair | 6.6 · Fair | Osaka |
| April | 9.2 · Excellent | 9.8 · Excellent | Seoul |
| May | 8.7 · Excellent | 9.6 · Excellent | Seoul |
| June | 8.3 · Good | 8.9 · Excellent | Seoul |
| July | 4.3 · Poor | 5.2 · Fair | Seoul |
| August | 3.3 · Poor | 5.1 · Fair | Seoul |
| September | 5.8 · Fair | 8.8 · Excellent | Seoul |
| October | 9.0 · Excellent | 9.8 · Excellent | Seoul |
| November | 9.5 · Excellent | 6.2 · Fair | Osaka |
| December | 6.4 · Fair | 2.0 · Challenging | Osaka |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Osaka or Seoul?
Seoul has the better travel weather in 7 of 12 months, versus 5 for Osaka — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Osaka?
The best months to visit Osaka are April–May & October–November, 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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