What to pack for Seoul
Pack flexible layers in spring and autumn, breathable clothes in summer and insulation in winter.
- Comfortable shoes suited to your plans and the forecast
- Versatile clothing you can layer or adjust during the day
- A small day bag for essentials and a reusable water bottle
- Weather protection based on the forecast, not the season alone
Summer monsoon rain and winter cold require different footwear and outerwear.
Seoul outfits by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Variable temperatures; layering is useful.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Warm and increasingly humid; light clothing and rain protection.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Hot and humid with rainy periods; quick-drying items help.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Cold; pack insulated outerwear and warm accessories.
These are general seasonal tendencies, not a live forecast. For Southern Hemisphere destinations, seasons are described by local calendar months.
Practical travel tip
Expect a mix of walking, transit and indoor heating or cooling.
Before you leave
Check the daily temperature, feels-like temperature, wind and chance of rain close to departure. A seasonal guide cannot predict the weather for your specific dates.
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