🇺🇿 Samarkand vs Seoul 🇰🇷

Samarkand, Uzbekistan vs Seoul, South Korea — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Samarkand is the warmer of the two — about 4 degrees warmer on average across the year. Samarkand is drier, with roughly 4 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇿 Samarkand🇰🇷 Seoul
Avg annual high21°C17°C
Hottest monthJuly (36°C)August (30°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-3°C low)January (-6°C low)
Rainy days / year108112
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitApril, September, OctoberMay, September, October

🇺🇿 Samarkand

Best around April, September, October. Hottest in July (36°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 Samarkand or Seoul warmer?

Samarkand is warmer overall, averaging about 4 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Samarkand or Seoul?

Seoul is rainier — Samarkand sees about 4 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Samarkand vs Seoul?

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

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