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Gyeongju

South Korea · East Asia

Gyeongju works almost all year round, peaking in April–May and October, when it is at its strongest for culture and city breaks. Warm, sunny weather and vibrant greenery create ideal conditions for hiking Mount Namsan and outdoor historic tours.

Plan a trip to Gyeongju

Month by month

MonthFitWeatherCrowds & pricesWhat it's good for
January 8/10 6°C · 5 rain days crowds 2/5 · prices 2/5 Culture. Winter is cold and dry with few tourists, allowing peaceful visits to outdoor royal tombs and historic temples.
February 8/10 9°C · 6 rain days crowds 2/5 · prices 2/5 Culture. Temperatures begin to moderate, though conditions remain chilly for exploring extensive heritage complexes.
March 9/10 14°C · 7 rain days crowds 3/5 · prices 3/5 Culture, City breaks, Hiking. Spring thaw brings mild afternoons and early floral buds around Bomun Lake and historical parks.
April 10/10 19°C · 7 rain days crowds 5/5 · prices 5/5 Culture, City breaks, Nature & wildlife. Peak cherry blossom season blankets the historic city in blooms, attracting immense crowds for sightseeing and photography.
May 10/10 24°C · 8 rain days crowds 4/5 · prices 4/5 Culture, City breaks, Hiking. Warm, sunny weather and vibrant greenery create ideal conditions for hiking Mount Namsan and outdoor historic tours.
June 8/10 28°C · 11 rain days crowds 3/5 · prices 3/5 Nature & wildlife, Culture, City breaks. Early summer warmth arrives with lotus flowers beginning to bloom near the Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond.
July 7/10 29°C · 18 rain days crowds 3/5 · prices 4/5 Culture. The East Asian monsoon brings frequent heavy downpours and high humidity, dampening outdoor temple and tomb explorations.
August 7/10 30°C · 17 rain days crowds 4/5 · prices 4/5 Culture. Hot and muggy with continued rain risk, though domestic vacationers flock to coastal beaches and night illumination sites.
September 9/10 26°C · 14 rain days crowds 3/5 · prices 3/5 Culture, City breaks, Nature & wildlife. Temperatures ease into comfortable warmth by mid-month, though occasional late-season typhoons can bring rain.
October 10/10 20°C · 7 rain days crowds 5/5 · prices 5/5 Nature & wildlife, Culture, City breaks. Crisp autumn air and stunning fall foliage across Bulguksa and Mount Namsan make this one of the finest travel periods.
November 9/10 15°C · 5 rain days crowds 3/5 · prices 3/5 Culture, City breaks, Road trips. Late foliage lingers early in the month followed by brisk, dry conditions perfect for heritage walks with thinner crowds.
December 8/10 7°C · 2 rain days crowds 2/5 · prices 2/5 Culture. Sub-zero nights and short days set in, though rain is exceptionally rare and historic sites remain open for quiet visits.

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