Daegu Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to chilly in Daegu. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 7°C (45°F) during cooler months like January.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 22°C (72°F) in August to around -4°C (25°F) during January.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Daegu has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1112 mm (44 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, July it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 213 mm (8.4 in) of precipitation, recorded across 14 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month December brings less rainfall, with 23 mm (0.9 in) over 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Daegu Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

While the amount of sunshine in Daegu varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 7.7 hours of daily sun in May, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in July, with about 5.1 hours of daily sunlight.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Daegu.

The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 72%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 50%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year