Pyongyang vs Seoul in December

Seoul is the better pick in December — 52 vs 45 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Seoul is cold, dry, while Pyongyang is freezing, dry.

Pyongyang vs Seoul — December climate, side by side

🇰🇵 Pyongyang🇰🇷 Seoul
Comfort score45/100 (F)52/100 (D)
Feels-like high-3°C0°C
Avg high / low1° / -8°4° / -4°
Rainfall25 mm26 mm
Rainy days45
Humidity60%63%
Air quality (AQI)5777

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

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Pyongyang vs Seoul in December — FAQ

Is December better in Pyongyang or Seoul?
Seoul is the better pick in December — 52 vs 45 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Seoul is cold, dry, while Pyongyang is freezing, dry.
What is the weather like in Pyongyang vs Seoul in December?
In December, Pyongyang averages 1°C high / -8°C low with about 25 mm of rain; Seoul averages 4°C high / -4°C low with about 26 mm.