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When to go · Gyeongju

Gyeongju in May

Great month. Inside Gyeongju's best window: Apr–Jun, Oct–Nov.

Key facts

Verdict
Great
Temperature
26°C / 12°C
average high / low
Rain days
7
Crowds
High
South Korea overall
Prices
High
South Korea overall

Verdict

GreatBest and avoid months for Gyeongju

Inside Gyeongju's best window: Apr–Jun, Oct–Nov.

Weather in May

Long-term averages
  • GyeongjuHighs around 26 °C, lows around 12 °C, rain on about 7 days
  • Busan and south-east coast, South Korea · Busan, Gyeongju, Tongyeong, Ulsanbest weather

    Milder winters than Seoul, rarely below freezing; typhoons most likely Aug–Sep and ferries to Japan stop when they pass.

Crowds and prices

Crowds · South Korea overall
High
Prices · South Korea overall
High

South Korea overall: Warm and dry; Buddha's Birthday lanterns and Children's Day crowds.

High-price month: see what to book ahead.

What to pack

  • A warm layer for the evenings

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