South Korea Seoul Weather in February — Climate Guide
February in Seoul is Below Average
Seoul Weather in February — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 5° / -4°
- Rainfall
- 23mm · 5 days
- Crowds
- Quiet
As of 2026, Seoul in February averages a high of 5°C and low of -4°C with 23mm of rain over about 5 days. Same as January — heavy coat, scarf, gloves. Slightly milder by late month, but still snow boots advisable.
February is Below Average for Seoul.
February remains Seoul's deep winter with similar weather to January. Days are getting longer (sunrise 7:25 AM, sunset 6:00 PM by month's end) but cold persists. Air quality can be worse in February due to fine dust (mihaedi) blown from China.
Lunar New Year (varies — typically early February) is the major event. The 5-day national holiday (Seollal, plus 1 day before and after) sees Seoul's residents travel to ancestral hometowns. Many small restaurants close. Subway service runs but trains and KTX are 100% full. Hotels and AirBnB rates spike for the holiday week.
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Still mid-winter — Lunar New Year (Seollal) + plum blossom prelude
February Weather at a Glance
February averages 32°F / 0°C highs and 23°F / -5°C lows — slightly warmer than January but still sub-freezing. Daylight stretches (sunset 5:55 PM). The last cold push before spring — usu (around February 19) and gyeongchip (around March 5) mark the seasonal shift. Late February brings the first plum and cornelian cherry blossoms.
February Travel Advice
Same winter packing as January. Korean Lunar New Year (Seollal, varies by year, early to mid-February) is Korea's biggest holiday — 70% of restaurants and shops close, KTX and domestic flights spike 1.5-2x. Valentine's Day (February 14) in Korea is women giving chocolates to men. Plum blossoms begin at Bongeun-sa, Changdeokgung Secret Garden, and Olympic Park.
Flying In from Overseas
January-February share off-peak fares. Lunar New Year (Seollal) week is the year's highest domestic-Korean travel spike, but international fares stay near baseline. Post-Seollal week is the value window.
February Pricing Trends
Seollal week hotels +50%: Gangnam 4-star $140-240. Post-Seollal week returns to $100-170. Plum blossom weekends see no major uptick.
Seoul February Weather Stats
Avg High
5°C
Avg Low
-4°C
Rainy Days
5
23mm total
Sunshine
6h
Daily avg
Humidity
58%
Dry
UV Index
3
Moderate
Wind
13 km/h
Gusts 26
Snow Days
5
Monthly avg
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
February Sunrise & Sunset
Expect about 5 snow days this month. Bring slip-resistant shoes and warm gear.
Air Quality
PM2.5
38 μg/m³
PM10
60 μg/m³
Status
Moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
1°C
Nighttime
-8°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
13 km/h
Max gust 26 km/h
Activities Recommended for February
February Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Low-season prices continue
- Days getting longer
- Cultural festivals (Lunar New Year, Daeboreum)
Cons
- Still bitterly cold
- Air quality worse than January (fine dust season)
- Lunar New Year holiday closes many shops
February Events & Festivals
- Lunar New Year (typically early February)
- Daeboreum (full moon festival, 15 days after Lunar New Year)
- Yangyang Snow Festival (3h from Seoul)
Seoul in February — Full Picture
February remains Seoul's deep winter with similar weather to January. Days are getting longer (sunrise 7:25 AM, sunset 6:00 PM by month's end) but cold persists. Air quality can be worse in February due to fine dust (mihaedi) blown from China.
Lunar New Year (varies — typically early February) is the major event. The 5-day national holiday (Seollal, plus 1 day before and after) sees Seoul's residents travel to ancestral hometowns. Many small restaurants close. Subway service runs but trains and KTX are 100% full. Hotels and AirBnB rates spike for the holiday week.
Daeboreum (full moon festival, 15 days after Lunar New Year) features traditional Korean cultural ceremonies — drum performances, kite flying, walnut/peanut eating. Public events at Cheonggyecheon Stream and Namsan Tower.
The Yangyang Snow Festival (3 hours from Seoul, varies dates) features ice sculptures, ice fishing, and traditional Korean winter activities. Day-trip-able from Seoul via KTX + bus.
Low-season pricing continues — February is genuinely the easiest month to book hotels in Seoul. Indoor sights remain empty. Korean BBQ at quality restaurants like Magal BBQ or Mapo Galmaegisal can be reserved same-day.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Same as January — heavy coat, scarf, gloves. Slightly milder by late month, but still snow boots advisable.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
17.3°C
7°C
8/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
29.7°C
20.7°C
13.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
19°C
9.3°C
7.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current3.7°C
-4.7°C
5.3/mo
Seoul Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2° | -6° | 6d·21mm | 5.5h | 60% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 5° | -4° | 5d·23mm | 6h | 58% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 11° | 1° | 7d·49mm | 7h | 58% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 18° | 7° | 8d·70mm | 7.5h | 60% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 23° | 13° | 9d·105mm | 8h | 64% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
| 28° | 18° | 10d·130mm | 7.5h | 70% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 30° | 22° | 16d·405mm | 4.5h | 78% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 22° | 14d·290mm | 5.5h | 75% | 9 | Busy | Peak | |
| 27° | 17° | 10d·165mm | 6.5h | 72% | 7 | Busy | Peak | |
| October (Best) | 19° | 9° | 6d·50mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| 11° | 2° | 6d·50mm | 6h | 65% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 4° | -4° | 5d·22mm | 5h | 65% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is February a good time to visit Seoul?
Seoul in February is Below Average. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Seoul in February?
Seoul February averages a high of 5°C and a low of -4°C.
Does it rain much in Seoul in February?
Seoul February averages 23mm of rainfall over about 5 rainy days.
What should I wear in Seoul in February?
Same as January — heavy coat, scarf, gloves. Slightly milder by late month, but still snow boots advisable.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Seoul in February?
Seoul February sunrise is 07:25 and sunset is 18:00, with 10h 35m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Seoul in February?
Seoul February air quality (AQI) averages 90, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 38μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Seoul in February?
In February, Seoul is great for Lunar New Year palace visits, Yangyang Snow Festival, Daeboreum cultural events.
Is February peak season in Seoul?
Seoul February crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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