🇰🇷 Seoul vs Shiraz 🇮🇷

Seoul, South Korea vs Shiraz, Iran — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Shiraz is the warmer of the two — about 8 degrees warmer on average across the year. Shiraz is drier, with roughly 79 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇰🇷 Seoul🇮🇷 Shiraz
Avg annual high17°C25°C
Hottest monthAugust (30°C)July (38°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-6°C low)January (0°C low)
Rainy days / year11233
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Best months to visitMay, September, OctoberApril, October, November

🇰🇷 Seoul

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

🇮🇷 Shiraz

Best around April, October, November. Hottest in July (38°C), coldest lows in January (0°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Seoul or Shiraz warmer?

Shiraz is warmer overall, averaging about 8 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Seoul or Shiraz?

Seoul is rainier — Shiraz sees about 79 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Seoul vs Shiraz?

Seoul is best around May, September, October; Shiraz is best around April, October, November.

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