🇯🇵 Fukuoka vs Seoul 🇰🇷

Fukuoka, Japan vs Seoul, South Korea — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Fukuoka is the warmer of the two — about 3 degrees warmer on average across the year. Seoul is drier, with roughly 98 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇯🇵 Fukuoka🇰🇷 Seoul
Avg annual high20°C17°C
Hottest monthAugust (31°C)August (30°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (3°C low)January (-6°C low)
Rainy days / year210112
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitApril, May, OctoberMay, September, October

🇯🇵 Fukuoka

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in August (31°C), coldest lows in January (3°C).

🇰🇷 Seoul

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Fukuoka or Seoul warmer?

Fukuoka is warmer overall, averaging about 3 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Fukuoka or Seoul?

Fukuoka is rainier — Seoul sees about 98 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Fukuoka vs Seoul?

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

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