What to expect in Seoul in November
November is a strong choice for Seoul: 11° / 1°, with manageable crowds at the big attractions and prices close to the yearly average.
Seoul weather in November
Typical conditions in Seoul during November, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 11°C 52°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 1°C 34°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 20/100 |
| Total rainfall | 51 mm2.0 in |
| Rainy days | 9 |
| Daylight | 10 h 10 min |
| How it feels | Cool |
Average highs sit around 11°C with lows near 1°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for Seoul — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
Prices & value
This month counts as shoulder season: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Proper cold-weather kit — a warm mid-layer, windproof outer, hat and gloves. Days peak near 11°C and nights fall to about 1°C. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
Costs in November sit around the yearly average for Seoul — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 31% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Seoul Lantern Festival while you’re there.
- Seoul Lantern Festival — Illuminated sculptures float along Cheonggyecheon stream during the citywide light festival.
Seoul in November compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September | 26° / 15° | Moderate | $$ | 62 |
| October | 19° / 8° | High | $$$ | 48 |
| November · This month | 11° / 1° | Moderate | $$ | 49 |
| December | 3° / -6° | Low | $ | 55 |
| January | -1° / -8° | Low | $ | 53 |
These months score higher for Seoul on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in November
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in November.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
