Pyeongchang vs Seoul in December

Pyeongchang is the better pick in December — 65 vs 52 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Pyeongchang is freezing, dry, while Seoul is cold, dry.

Pyeongchang vs SeoulDecember climate, side by side

PyeongchangSeoul
Comfort score65/100 (C)52/100 (D)
Feels-like high-1°C0°C
Avg high / low4° / -6°4° / -4°
Rainfall30 mm26 mm
Rainy days55
Humidity63%63%
Air quality (AQI)5277

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Pyeongchang vs Seoul in December — FAQ

Is December better in Pyeongchang or Seoul?
Pyeongchang is the better pick in December — 65 vs 52 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Pyeongchang is freezing, dry, while Seoul is cold, dry.
What is the weather like in Pyeongchang vs Seoul in December?
In December, Pyeongchang averages 4°C high / -6°C low with about 30 mm of rain; Seoul averages 4°C high / -4°C low with about 26 mm.