🇰🇷 Seoul vs Vladivostok 🇷🇺

Seoul, South Korea vs Vladivostok, Russia — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Seoul is the warmer of the two — about 8 degrees warmer on average across the year. Seoul is drier, with roughly 36 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇰🇷 Seoul🇷🇺 Vladivostok
Avg annual high17°C9°C
Hottest monthAugust (30°C)August (24°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-6°C low)January (-13°C low)
Rainy days / year112148
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Best months to visitMay, September, OctoberJuly, August, September

🇰🇷 Seoul

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

🇷🇺 Vladivostok

Best around July, August, September. Hottest in August (24°C), coldest lows in January (-13°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Seoul or Vladivostok warmer?

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

Which is rainier, Seoul or Vladivostok?

Vladivostok is rainier — Seoul sees about 36 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Seoul vs Vladivostok?

Seoul is best around May, September, October; Vladivostok is best around July, August, September.

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