🇵🇭 Manila vs Seoul 🇰🇷
Manila, Philippines vs Seoul, South Korea — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Manila is the warmer of the two — about 14 degrees warmer on average across the year. Seoul is drier, with roughly 29 fewer rainy days a year.
Warmer · ManilaDrier · Seoul
Climate at a glance
| 🇵🇭 Manila | 🇰🇷 Seoul | |
|---|---|---|
| Avg annual high | 31°C | 17°C |
| Hottest month | April · 34°C | August · 30°C |
| Coldest month | January (22°C low) | January (-6°C low) |
| Rainy days / year | 141 | 112 |
| Snow | Rare | Yes |
| Best months to visit | January, February, March | May, September, October |
🇵🇭 Manila
Best around January, February, March. Hottest in April (34°C), coldest lows in January (22°C).
🇰🇷 Seoul
Best around May, September, October. Hottest in August (30°C), coldest lows in January (-6°C).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Manila or Seoul warmer?
Manila is warmer overall, averaging about 14 degrees higher across the year.
Which is rainier, Manila or Seoul?
Manila is rainier — Seoul sees about 29 fewer rainy days per year.
When is the best time to visit Manila vs Seoul?
Manila is best around January, February, March; Seoul is best around May, September, October.