Weather Comparison
Seoul vs Jeju
Side-by-side weather comparison for April
April Weather: Seoul vs Jeju
| Metric | Seoul | Jeju | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 17°C (63°F)▲ | 16°C (61°F) | Seoul |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 6°C (43°F) | 11°C (52°F)▲ | Jeju |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 7 days▲ | 9 days | Seoul |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 70 mm▲ | 121 mm | Seoul |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 9h/day | 9h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65%▲ | 70% | Seoul |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 18 km/h | 18 km/h | Tie |
Which City is Better in April?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Seoul edges ahead as the better destination in April. Seoul offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 7 rain days, while Jeju sees 9 sunshine hours and 9 rain days.
Seoul sits in the comfortable travel range at 17°C. Jeju is also comfortable at 16°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Seoul is the stronger choice in April.
Temperature Comparison in April
Seoul reaches an average high of 17°C (63°F) and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 11°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Jeju averages 16°C (61°F) for the high and 11°C (52°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in April.
Rainfall Comparison in April
Seoul receives approximately 70 mm of rainfall across 7 rain days during April. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Jeju sees 121 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Seoul the drier option by 2 rain days and 51 mm of total precipitation.
Humidity also differs: Seoul averages 65% while Jeju sits at 70%. Jeju will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.
What to Pack: Seoul vs Jeju
Packing for Seoul in April
Highs of 17°C, lows of 6°C, 7 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
Packing for Jeju in April
Highs of 16°C, lows of 11°C, 9 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers, a packable rain jacket, an umbrella. These items are useful in either destination during April.
Year-Round Comparison: Seoul vs Jeju
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.April is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Seoul | Jeju | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 1°C | 4d | 7°C | 9d |
| Feb | 4°C | 4d | 8°C | 8d |
| Mar | 10°C | 6d | 11°C | 10d |
| Apr | 17°C | 7d | 16°C | 9d |
| May | 22°C | 8d | 20°C | 10d |
| Jun | 26°C | 9d | 23°C | 13d |
| Jul | 28°C | 17d | 27°C | 16d |
| Aug | 29°C | 16d | 28°C | 17d |
| Sep | 25°C | 8d | 25°C | 13d |
| Oct | 19°C | 5d | 20°C | 7d |
| Nov | 11°C | 7d | 15°C | 8d |
| Dec | 3°C | 5d | 10°C | 8d |
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