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Why visit Sokcho?

Sokcho is a fishing port on South Korea's north-east coast, between the East Sea and the granite peaks of Seoraksan National Park. It is the main base for hiking in Seorak, one of Korea's most famous mountains, and a relaxed seaside town with beaches and fresh seafood.

In Seoraksan National Park, take the cable car towards Gwongeumseong fortress, walk to the giant bronze Buddha of Sinheungsa temple and climb Ulsanbawi, a granite ridge with views over the coast. Longer trails lead to Daecheongbong, the highest peak. Autumn colours in October draw huge crowds. In the town, Abai Village was settled by refugees from the North during the Korean War; you cross to it on a small hand-pulled ferry. Sokcho Beach and Yeonggeumjeong pavilion are good for sunrise, and the Daepo port and Sokcho Central Market have seafood stalls. Try squid sundae, fresh hoe (raw fish) and Abai sundae.

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When to go to Sokcho

The best months for Sokcho are May, June, September and October. Highs then sit around 22°C, crowds are medium at peak, and a week here is cheap.

Jan
3°
low -5°
4 wet days
Feb
6°
low -2°
4 wet days
Mar
11°
low 4°
8 wet days
Apr
16°
low 9°
7 wet days
May
21°
low 14°
9 wet days
Jun
24°
low 18°
14 wet days
Jul
27°
low 23°
17 wet days
Aug
27°
low 22°
19 wet days
Sep
24°
low 18°
14 wet days
Oct
18°
low 12°
11 wet days
Nov
13°
low 5°
5 wet days
Dec
5°
low -3°
4 wet days
Highlighted = best monthsNumber = average daytime highBar = how wet the month is

Temperatures and wet days are measured, not estimated: ERA5 reanalysis for 2021-2023, at Sokcho, Gangwon-do. Source: Open-Meteo.

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Sokcho — common questions

When is the best time to visit Sokcho?

The best months for Sokcho are May, June, September and October. Highs then sit around 22°C, crowds are medium at peak, and a week here is cheap.

What is the weather like in Sokcho?

July is the warmest month, with daytime highs around 27°C. January is the coolest, around 3°C by day and -5°C at night. August is the wettest, with about 19 wet days. Figures are measured averages, not estimates.

What is Sokcho known for?

Sokcho is best known for nature, mountains, beaches and food. The things people come for: Seoraksan National Park, Ulsanbawi, Abai Village, seafood market.

Who is Sokcho best suited to?

Sokcho works particularly well for couples, groups of friends, families and solo travellers. That is based on what there is to do there, not on who books it most.

What can you book in advance in Sokcho?

The experiences that sell out first are food tours, cooking classes, day trips, skip-the-line tickets, walking tours and night tours. You can check availability and prices on our booking partners below — you pay the same as booking direct.

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