🇨🇳 Beijing vs Seoul 🇰🇷

Beijing, China vs Seoul, South Korea — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Beijing is the warmer of the two — about 1 degree warmer on average across the year. Beijing is drier, with roughly 47 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇨🇳 Beijing🇰🇷 Seoul
Avg annual high18°C17°C
Hottest monthJuly (31°C)August (30°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-9°C low)January (-6°C low)
Rainy days / year65112
SnowYesYes
Best months to visitApril, September, OctoberMay, September, October

🇨🇳 Beijing

Best around April, September, October. Hottest in July (31°C), coldest lows in January (-9°C).

🇰🇷 Seoul

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Beijing or Seoul warmer?

Beijing is warmer overall, averaging about 1 degree higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Beijing or Seoul?

Seoul is rainier — Beijing sees about 47 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Beijing vs Seoul?

Beijing is best around April, September, October; Seoul is best around May, September, October.

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