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December is a poor month in Incheon

Climate Overview

Incheon, South Korea in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 3.3°C (38°F). Sea temperature stays cool at 8°C (46°F).

This month falls at the beginning of Winter. Cold conditions dominate the month.

Daily highs in December gradually drop from around 5°C (41°F) at the start to 2°C (35°F) by month's end.

December sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 27 mm across the month.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 8th, averaging 5.9°C (43°F).

Compared to November, this month is about 8°C cooler with 1 fewer rainy days.

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Monthly December Averages

Temperature
3°C / -4°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -8°C
Rain
5 days · 27 mm
Sunshine
7.3h / day
Humidity
64% — Moderate
Wind
17 km/h
Wind Direction
NW (326°)
Gusts
34 km/h
Daylight
9.6 h
Cloud Cover
43%
Clear Sky Days
7.6
UV Index
2.4 — Moderate
Sea Temperature
8°C
Dew Point
-6°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 31%
Snow Days
4 days · 2.8 cm
Frost Days
26 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

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Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 07:40
Daylight 9.6h
Sunset 17:16

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of 3°C (38°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks.

Rain is uncommon in this month, so most days stay dry from morning through evening.

Recent yearly records for December have stayed close to the long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
2°C / -5°C
Feels Like
-3°C / -10°C
Rain
3days (18 mm) Excellent
Sun
7.6h Good
Humidity
61% Muggy
UV
2.7 Moderate
Snow Days
4days
February
Poor
Temp
4°C / -4°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -8°C
Rain
4days (24 mm) Good
Sun
8.3h Good
Humidity
64% Muggy
UV
3.6 Moderate
Snow Days
3days
March
Poor
Temp
10°C / 2°C
Feels Like
7°C / -2°C
Rain
5days (36 mm) Good
Sun
9.2h Good
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
5.1 High
Snow Days
1days
April
Good
Temp
15°C / 7°C
Feels Like
14°C / 5°C
Rain
6days (58 mm) Good
Sun
9.4h Good
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
5.8 High
May best
Excellent
Temp
20°C / 13°C
Feels Like
20°C / 12°C
Rain
8days (99 mm) Wet
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
6.1 High
June best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 18°C
Feels Like
27°C / 19°C
Rain
8days (108 mm) Wet
Sun
9.9h Good
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
6.9 High
July
Wet
Temp
28°C / 23°C
Feels Like
32°C / 26°C
Rain
15days (264 mm) Wet
Sun
8.4h Good
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
6.6 High
August
Wet
Temp
29°C / 24°C
Feels Like
33°C / 27°C
Rain
14days (228 mm) Wet
Sun
8.7h Good
Humidity
84% Humid
UV
6.5 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 19°C
Feels Like
27°C / 20°C
Rain
9days (145 mm) Wet
Sun
8.2h Good
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
5.2 High
October
Good
Temp
18°C / 11°C
Feels Like
17°C / 10°C
Rain
7days (72 mm) Good
Sun
7.9h Good
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
4.1 Moderate
November
Fair
Temp
11°C / 4°C
Feels Like
8°C / 0°C
Rain
6days (45 mm) Good
Sun
7.6h Good
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
3.1 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
December
Poor
Temp
3°C / -4°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -8°C
Rain
5days (27 mm) Good
Sun
7.3h Good
Humidity
64% Muggy
UV
2.4 Moderate
Snow Days
4days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 2°C / -5°C -3°C / -10°C 3days (18 mm) Excellent 7.6h Good 61% Muggy 2.7 Moderate Poor View Details
February 4°C / -4°C -1°C / -8°C 4days (24 mm) Good 8.3h Good 64% Muggy 3.6 Moderate Poor View Details
March 10°C / 2°C 7°C / -2°C 5days (36 mm) Good 9.2h Good 72% Muggy 5.1 High Poor View Details
April 15°C / 7°C 14°C / 5°C 6days (58 mm) Good 9.4h Good 73% Muggy 5.8 High Good View Details
May best 20°C / 13°C 20°C / 12°C 8days (99 mm) Wet 10h Excellent 77% Humid 6.1 High Excellent View Details
June best 25°C / 18°C 27°C / 19°C 8days (108 mm) Wet 9.9h Good 81% Humid 6.9 High Excellent View Details
July 28°C / 23°C 32°C / 26°C 15days (264 mm) Wet 8.4h Good 87% Very Muggy 6.6 High Wet View Details
August 29°C / 24°C 33°C / 27°C 14days (228 mm) Wet 8.7h Good 84% Humid 6.5 High Wet View Details
September best 25°C / 19°C 27°C / 20°C 9days (145 mm) Wet 8.2h Good 79% Humid 5.2 High Excellent View Details
October 18°C / 11°C 17°C / 10°C 7days (72 mm) Good 7.9h Good 74% Muggy 4.1 Moderate Good View Details
November 11°C / 4°C 8°C / 0°C 6days (45 mm) Good 7.6h Good 71% Muggy 3.1 Moderate Fair View Details
December 3°C / -4°C -1°C / -8°C 5days (27 mm) Good 7.3h Good 64% Muggy 2.4 Moderate Poor View Details

What to Wear

Full winter gear is a must — insulated coat, thermal base layers, warm hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.

Packing List

Warm coatThermal base layersScarf & glovesComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

December is typically poor for visiting Incheon, with average highs of 3°C (38°F) and around 5 rainy days. Incheon, South Korea in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 3.3°C (38°F). Sea temperature stays co
Incheon typically sees around 5 rainy days in December with 27 mm (1.1 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Yes, nights in Incheon during December are cold, averaging -4°C (25°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 3°C (38°F) and lows of -4°C (25°F) in December, we recommend: Warm coat, Thermal base layers, Scarf & gloves, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
December is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Incheon. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Incheon during December is 2 (low). No special sun protection is needed.
Incheon gets approximately 10 hours of daylight per day in December, with around 7 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Incheon typically sees around 4 snow days in December with roughly 3 cm (1 in) of snowfall.

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