At a glance
| Metric | Seoul | Shenyang |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 29°C | 30°C |
| Coldest month low | -6°C | -14°C |
| Annual rainfall | 1404 mm | 841 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 8.4 h/day | 8.9 h/day |
| Best months | April–May & October | April–May & September |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Seoul | Shenyang | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1.8 · Challenging | 0.9 · Challenging | Seoul |
| February | 3.3 · Poor | 1.3 · Challenging | Seoul |
| March | 6.6 · Fair | 6.0 · Fair | Seoul |
| April | 9.8 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | Shenyang |
| May | 9.6 · Excellent | 9.7 · Excellent | Shenyang |
| June | 8.9 · Excellent | 8.6 · Excellent | Seoul |
| July | 5.2 · Fair | 5.5 · Fair | Shenyang |
| August | 5.1 · Fair | 7.4 · Good | Shenyang |
| September | 8.8 · Excellent | 9.2 · Excellent | Shenyang |
| October | 9.8 · Excellent | 8.9 · Excellent | Seoul |
| November | 6.2 · Fair | 3.0 · Poor | Seoul |
| December | 2.0 · Challenging | 0.7 · Challenging | Seoul |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Seoul or Shenyang?
Seoul has the better travel weather in 7 of 12 months, versus 5 for Shenyang — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
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.
When is the best time to visit Shenyang?
The best months to visit Shenyang are April–May & September, based on six years of climate data.
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