City, South Korea
Daegu weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Daegu
Apr–May and Sep–Oct are mild. Daegu is Korea's hottest city in July–August, well above 35 degrees; winters are cold and dry.
Daegu weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan3°25 mm
- Feb6°36 mm
- Mar12°52 mm
- Apr18°89 mm
- May24°91 mm
- Jun28°130 mm
- Jul30°264 mm
- Aug30°242 mm
- Sep25°147 mm
- Oct20°64 mm
- Nov12°37 mm
- Dec5°24 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C37°F | -7°C19°F | 25 mm | 79% | Freezing |
| February | 6°C43°F | -5°C24°F | 36 mm | 75% | Cold |
| March | 12°C53°F | -1°C31°F | 52 mm | 73% | Cool |
| April | 18°C65°F | 5°C41°F | 89 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| May | 24°C76°F | 11°C52°F | 91 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| June | 28°C83°F | 17°C62°F | 130 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| July | 30°C85°F | 21°C70°F | 264 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| August | 30°C86°F | 22°C71°F | 242 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| September | 25°C77°F | 16°C61°F | 147 mm | 84% | Pleasant |
| October | 20°C68°F | 9°C48°F | 64 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| November | 12°C54°F | 2°C35°F | 37 mm | 79% | Cool |
| December | 5°C40°F | -5°C23°F | 24 mm | 79% | Cold |
Best months across South Korea
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Seoul | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (28°C) |
| Busan | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Jeju | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Gyeongju | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (28°C) |
| Seogwipo | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Incheon | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Jeonju | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (29°C) |
| Sokcho | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Gangneung | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Daegu | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
| Yeosu | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Daegu?
Apr–May, Sep–Oct. Apr–May and Sep–Oct are mild. Daegu is Korea's hottest city in July–August, well above 35 degrees; winters are cold and dry.
When is the rainy season in Daegu?
Rain peaks in July with about 264 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jul–Aug.
What is the hottest month in Daegu?
August, with average highs of 30°C (86°F).
How cold does Daegu get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -7°C (19°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.3°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.