Daegu climate
South Korea
First-time visitors often notice “tiring weather” before they label it as hot or cold in Daegu.
First-time visitors often notice “tiring weather” before they label it as hot or cold in Daegu.
Climate facts
Jan · Feb
Avg low -7 to -3°C / high 4–8°C · Snow/rain days: 3–6 per month / 15–35 mm
Mar · Apr
Avg low 0–10°C / high 12–20°C · Rainy days: 5–9 per month / 40–100 mm
Sep · Oct
Avg low 10–19°C / high 20–28°C · Rainy days: 4–8 per month / 40–120 mm
Nov · Dec
Avg low -3–4°C / high 7–13°C · Snow/rain days: 3–6 per month / 20–50 mm
How it tends to feel for travel
In hotter periods, day-versus-night fatigue accumulates differently, changing how the climate feels.
When it tends to fit
- • Once you see the year-round pattern, it’s easier to judge whether a month fits your style.
- • If you revisit the city, separating “seasonal itineraries” can save a lot of planning time.
- • In humidity- or rain-driven cities, adjusting the indoor/outdoor ratio can change comfort a lot.
When it may not fit
- • If you rely only on averages, you may be surprised by variability (squalls, wind, indoor AC).
- • In monsoon-like periods, the more your itinerary depends on outdoor walking, the higher the risk.
- • If you’re fine with cold but hate damp chill, it can feel colder than you expect.
Outfit notes
This connects climate patterns to packing—without over-interpreting.
- • 🏙️ Baseline: Daegu’s basin heat can feel heavy on low-wind days. In summer, humidity and exposure time often matter more than the number.
- • ❄️ Winter (-7 to 8°C feel): Puffer/thick coat + warm layers is common. Dry air can be noticeable—scarf/lip balm can help comfort.
- • 🌱 Spring (0–20°C): Trench/light coat with shirts/sweatshirts is common. Layering helps with swings.
It looks simple on paper, but the day-to-day texture can vary.
Explore Daegu
These pages are connected so you can compare conditions and decide for yourself.