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Korea in December

Summary

Festive lights, winter wonderland. Here's everything you need to know about visiting Korea in December — weather, packing and the best things to do.

✍️ By the KoreaPlus Editorial Team🔄 Updated 2026-07-02✓ Fact-checked for 2026

Festive lights, winter wonderland. Here's everything you need to know about visiting Korea in December — weather, packing and the best things to do.

🌡️ December Weather in Korea

Typical temperatures: -3°C to 6°C, cold winter.

Average temperature across the year (°C)
Average temperature across the year (°C)Jan: 1.5°CFeb: 3.5°CMar: 9°CApr: 14°CMay: 19°CJun: 23.5°CJul: 27°CAug: 29°CSep: 24°COct: 16°CNov: 10°CDec: 1.5°C

🧳 What to Wear

Heavy coat, gloves, hat.

🎉 Top Things to Do in December

Christmas markets, illuminations, ski season, hot spas.

📅 Live Events

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❓ FAQ

Is December a good time to visit Korea?

Festive lights, winter wonderland. Expect -3°c to 6°c, cold winter.

What should I pack for Korea in December?

Heavy coat, gloves, hat.

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