Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for March
| Metric | Hong Kong | Seoul | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 22°C (72°F)▲ | 10°C (50°F) | Hong Kong |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 18°C (64°F)▲ | 0°C (32°F) | Hong Kong |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 10 days | 6 days▲ | Seoul |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 72 mm | 37 mm▲ | Seoul |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 7h/day | 9h/day▲ | Seoul |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 78% | 65%▲ | Seoul |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 18 km/h | 17 km/h▲ | Seoul |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Seoul edges ahead as the better destination in March. Seoul offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 6 rain days, while Hong Kong sees 7 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.
Hong Kong sits in the comfortable travel range at 22°C. Seoul is cooler at 10°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Seoul is the stronger choice in March. Seoul receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Hong Kong reaches an average high of 22°C (72°F) and drops to 18°C (64°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 4°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Seoul averages 10°C (50°F) for the high and 0°C (32°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°C. There is a notable 12°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in March.
Hong Kong receives approximately 72 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during March. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Seoul sees 37 mm over 6 rain days. That makes Seoul the drier option by 4 rain days and 35 mm of total precipitation.
Humidity also differs: Hong Kong averages 78% while Seoul sits at 65%. Hong Kong will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.
Highs of 22°C, lows of 18°C, 10 rain days
Highs of 10°C, lows of 0°C, 6 rain days
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. March is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Hong Kong | Seoul | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 19°C | 4d | 1°C | 4d |
| Feb | 20°C | 6d | 4°C | 4d |
| Mar | 22°C | 10d | 10°C | 6d |
| Apr | 25°C | 14d | 17°C | 7d |
| May | 28°C | 20d | 22°C | 8d |
| Jun | 29°C | 24d | 26°C | 9d |
| Jul | 30°C | 24d | 28°C | 17d |
| Aug | 30°C | 24d | 29°C | 16d |
| Sep | 29°C | 17d | 25°C | 8d |
| Oct | 27°C | 7d | 19°C | 5d |
| Nov | 24°C | 5d | 11°C | 7d |
| Dec | 20°C | 4d | 3°C | 5d |
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