🇮🇷 Mashhad vs Seoul 🇰🇷

Mashhad, Iran vs Seoul, South Korea — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Mashhad is the warmer of the two — about 5 degrees warmer on average across the year. Mashhad is drier, with roughly 66 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇮🇷 Mashhad🇰🇷 Seoul
Avg annual high22°C17°C
Hottest monthJuly (35°C)August (30°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-3°C low)January (-6°C low)
Rainy days / year46112
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitApril, September, OctoberMay, September, October

🇮🇷 Mashhad

Best around April, September, October. Hottest in July (35°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 Mashhad or Seoul warmer?

Mashhad is warmer overall, averaging about 5 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Mashhad or Seoul?

Seoul is rainier — Mashhad sees about 66 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Mashhad vs Seoul?

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

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