What November feels like in Seoul
In Seoul, November brings late autumn. Days are chilly rather than freezing, and walking is comfortable with a proper jacket. Once the sun goes down the air changes: nights are cold. The air is damp, which makes cool temperatures feel colder, particularly in wind.
Rain in Seoul in November
Most days stay dry; rain arrives about one day in 4. Each rainy day adds about 7.1 mm (0.3 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 12.8 mm per rainy day.
Daylight and sunshine in November
In mid-November, sunrise is at about 7:11 am and sunset at about 5:23 pm (local time) — 10 h 11 min of daylight. Evenings are drawing in — 1 h 6 min less daylight than mid-October. The sun is out for roughly 74% of those daylight hours, so there are plenty of bright spells.
How November compares to the rest of the year
In Seoul's temperature order, November sits as the 5th coolest month. Afternoons run 8°C (14.4°F) cooler than in October, with 16 mm less rain. The cooling trend carries on into December. December averages a high of 3.1°C (37.6°F).
Who November suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — daytime temperatures are fine for walking around.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
Tips for visiting Seoul in November
Versatile Layers
Pack pieces you can take off by noon and put back on at dusk.
Warm Layers
A proper winter coat, with gloves and a hat for early starts.
Sunglasses
Plenty of sun, so bring sunglasses and a cap.
Quick questions
How warm is Seoul in November?
Afternoons average 11°C (51.8°F) and nights about 2°C (35.6°F) — chilly by most people's standards. It is the 5th coolest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Seoul in November?
Only moderately: roughly 7 wet days and 50 mm, usually moderate rain.
What should I wear in Seoul in November?
The numbers point to versatile layers, warm layers and sunglasses. Bring something extra for the cooler evenings.
Is November or December better for visiting Seoul?
On our 12-month climate ranking, November comes out ahead (#6 of 12 vs #10). December is cooler and has fewer rainy days.