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Best time to visit Gyeongju: month by month
Short answer
Early April and mid-October to early November are the best times: cherry blossom in spring and autumn colours at Bulguksa, with highs of about 15–20°C. Both are busy with school trips. Summer is hot and humid (about 30°C) with monsoon rain, and winter is cold (highs of about 6–9°C) but dry and quiet.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6°C | -3°C | 3 | low |
| Feb | 9°C | -1°C | 3 | low |
| Mar | 15°C | 5°C | 6 | medium |
| Apr | 20°C | 9°C | 7 | very high |
| May | 24°C | 13°C | 8 | high |
| Jun | 28°C | 19°C | 13 | medium |
| Jul | 30°C | 23°C | 19 | medium |
| Aug | 30°C | 23°C | 20 | medium |
| Sep | 25°C | 19°C | 13 | medium |
| Oct | 20°C | 11°C | 7 | high |
| Nov | 15°C | 5°C | 4 | high |
| Dec | 7°C | -2°C | 2 | low |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Highs rise from about 15°C in March to 24°C in May, with 6–8 rainy days a month; cherry blossom in early April around Bomun Lake and the tombs.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Highs of about 28°C in June and 30°C in July and August, with 13–20 rainy days a month; hot, humid and the monsoon season.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
About 25°C in September, 20°C in October and 15°C in November, with only 4–7 rainy days from October; the best time for foliage.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Highs of about 6–9°C and lows of -3 to -1°C, with only 2–3 rainy days; cold but clear and quiet.
Events worth planning around
- Cherry blossom season and the Gyeongju Cherry Blossom Marathon — early April
- Buddha's Birthday, with lanterns at the temples — April or May (lunar calendar)
- Silla Culture Festival — October
When to avoid
Avoid cherry-blossom weekends and the Chuseok and Seollal holidays if you dislike crowds. July and August are hot, humid and rainy.
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Common questions
What is the best month to visit Gyeongju?
April for cherry blossom, or October to early November for autumn colours, with highs of about 15–20°C.
When is cherry blossom in Gyeongju?
Usually in early April. Dates shift slightly each year with the weather.
Is Gyeongju worth visiting in winter?
Yes, if you dress warmly: it is cold (highs of about 6–9°C) but dry, clear and quiet.