01Weather
Seoul weather in November
Afternoons in November average 13.3 °C (56 °F) and nights cool to 4.4 °C (40 °F). Compared with October it is 6.8 °C cooler; December is 9.2 °C cooler again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical November | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 19 °C / 67 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 6 °C / 44 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | -1 °C / 29 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 0.0 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 6.3 | frost mornings per month |
| Hottest / coldest November day 2016–2025 | 25.7 °C / -7.9 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 November | 06:57 | 17:34 | 10.6 h |
| 15 November | 07:11 | 17:21 | 10.2 h |
| 30 November | 07:27 | 17:14 | 9.8 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 48 minutes over the month. Times are local (Asia/Seoul).
03Crowds
How busy Seoul is in November
moderate The main sights are moderate in November. What drives it:
- late foliage in early November
- first cold snaps
- kimchi-making season
04Public holidays
Public holidays in November 2026
No public holidays in South Korea fall in November, so shops and museums keep normal hours all month.
05Events
What's on in Seoul in November
Every year in November
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Seoul Lantern Festival | November to early January, Cheonggyecheon and Gwanghwamun | seasonal |
07Packing
What to pack for Seoul in November
- a warm jacket or coat
- scarf for windy evenings
- closed, water-resistant shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
- gloves: frost on about 6 mornings
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
November starts with the last of the foliage in Namsan and the palace grounds, with afternoons around 12 °C, then turns cold quickly, with the first snow possible late in the month. The Seoul Lantern Festival lights the Cheonggyecheon stream and Gwanghwamun Square through November and into the new year. Kimchi-making season is a cultural moment, with the Kimjang festival at Seoul Plaza. Rates fall through the month.
Rain falls on about seven days. The ginkgo avenues at Samcheong-dong and the Seoul Forest are at their best in the first ten days. The Pepero Day on 11 November fills the convenience stores. Heating turns on and the air quality declines. For the Christmas lights at Myeongdong and the Bosingak bell, see December.
09Compare
Seoul month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3 °C | -5 °C | – | – | quiet | Good |
| February | 6 °C | -3 °C | – | – | quiet | Good |
| March | 13 °C | 3 °C | – | – | moderate | Good |
| April | 20 °C | 9 °C | – | – | very busy | Good |
| May | 24 °C | 14 °C | – | – | busy | Excellent |
| June | 28 °C | 20 °C | 17 | – | moderate | Good |
| July | 31 °C | 24 °C | 20 | – | quiet | Mixed |
| August | 31 °C | 25 °C | 19 | – | moderate | Mixed |
| September | 27 °C | 19 °C | – | – | busy | Excellent |
| October | 20 °C | 11 °C | – | – | very busy | Good |
| November | 13 °C | 4 °C | – | – | moderate | Good |
| December | 4 °C | -4 °C | 11 | – | moderate | Mixed |
Not sure about November? See the best time to visit Seoul.
10Elsewhere
November in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Kyoto in November | 18 °C | 7 |
| Shanghai in November | 19 °C | 10 |
| Beijing in November | 12 °C | 2 |
| Tokyo in November | 17 °C | 8 |
| Bangkok in November | 33 °C | – |
| Singapore in November | 31 °C | 18 |
11FAQ
Seoul in November: your questions
Is November a good time to visit Seoul?
November is a good month to visit Seoul. Daytime highs average 13 °C (56 °F), and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are moderate.
What is the weather like in Seoul in November?
Expect cool days around 13 °C (56 °F) and nights near 4 °C (40 °F). One November in ten brings afternoons above 19 °C, and one in ten stays below 6 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Seoul in November?
November in Seoul, by the 1991–2020 station normals.
What should I wear in Seoul in November?
Pack a warm jacket or coat, scarf for windy evenings, closed, water-resistant shoes.
Is Seoul crowded in November?
The main sights are moderate in November. Main drivers: late foliage in early November; first cold snaps; kimchi-making season.
What time does it get dark in Seoul in November?
Around the middle of November the sun sets at about 17:21 and rises at 07:11, giving 10.2 hours of daylight.