🇰🇿 Almaty vs Seoul 🇰🇷

Almaty, Kazakhstan vs Seoul, South Korea — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Seoul is the warmer of the two — about 2 degrees warmer on average across the year. Seoul is drier, with roughly 58 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇰🇿 Almaty🇰🇷 Seoul
Avg annual high15°C17°C
Hottest monthJuly (29°C)August (30°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-7°C low)January (-6°C low)
Rainy days / year170112
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitMay, June, SeptemberMay, September, October

🇰🇿 Almaty

Best around May, June, September. Hottest in July (29°C), coldest lows in January (-7°C).

🇰🇷 Seoul

Best around May, September, October. Hottest in August (30°C), coldest lows in January (-6°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Almaty or Seoul warmer?

Seoul is warmer overall, averaging about 2 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Almaty or Seoul?

Almaty is rainier — Seoul sees about 58 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Almaty vs Seoul?

Almaty is best around May, June, September; Seoul is best around May, September, October.

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