Seoul · South Korea
November
Late autumn: foliage fading, crowds thinning, prices easing toward winter levels.
Strong option
#6 of 12 months
There are better months for Seoul — see the full ranking below.
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High
10.4°C
Low
3.5°C
Rain
33mm
Sun
6.5hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How November scores in Seoul
Weather
Good
Value
Very good
Crowds
Good
Events
Above average
Atmosphere
Very good
What you gain in November
- ↑Late foliage in some parks still spectacular through mid-November
- ↑Prices dropping from October peak: good value for cultural access
- ↑Very dry (33mm): clear, cold days for palace photography
What you sacrifice
- ↓Getting cold: 3°C nights require real winter kit
- ↓Peak foliage passed — some parks already bare by late November
- ↓Shorter days limit outdoor exploration time
How November compares to October (best month)
| Factor | November | October ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 6 | 9 |
| Value | 7 | 5 |
| Crowds | 6 | 4 |
November in other destinations
Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Seoul, not across destinations. Methodology →