Seoul weather in May

May in Seoul: nice, rainy — one of the best months to visit.

#1 of 12 months in Seoul · #82 of 604 destinations to visit in May · comfort 90/100 (tier S)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

Seoul climate normals — May

Daytime high23°C / 73°F😎 nice
Nighttime low12°C / 54°F
Feels like (high)22°C / 72°F
Rainfall96 mm / 3.8 in🌧 rainy
Rainy days8 days
Humidity67%💧 humid
Dew point10°C / 51°F
Sunshine10.1 h/day
Daylight14.2 h
Wind16 km/h / 10 mph
Air quality (US AQI)86🙂 moderate

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

Where is Seoul?

Loading map…

Seoul in May — FAQ

Is May a good time to visit Seoul?
May in Seoul: nice, rainy — one of the best months to visit. It ranks #1 of 12 months for Seoul on SeasonMap's comfort score (90/100).
What is the weather like in Seoul in May?
In May, Seoul averages a daily high of 22.5°C and a low of 12°C, with about 95.7 mm of rain over roughly 8.2 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Seoul in May?
Seoul has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 86 in May.

Other months in Seoul

Compare Seoul in May

Warmer or cooler than Seoul in May

Similar destinations in East AsiaMay