Korea climate is of the temperate variety, characterised by four distinctively different seasons. Although temperatures tend to vary across Korea’s landmass, the differences are minimal and rather insignificant, becoming more pronounced in areas of altitude that exceeds 1,700m. Especially during the winter season these differences are at their most obvious, helped along by the abundant snowfall the region experiences.

During the months of spring Korea weather is warm and mild. Although as springtime rolls in, weather is definitely more pleasant in the southern parts of the country, slowly spreading its way across the country, the winds that blow through the country can be quite cool, forcing temperatures to drop considerably during the night. Korea’s summers are fairly hot and humid but also wet, as downpours frequently manage to edge their way into the prevailing fine weather.  Autumn in Korea is renewed by its clear skies, although cold spells are always a possibility, occasionally followed by light drizzle.

Winter in Korea is not a particularly good time to be away from the country’s south coast and islands. Whereas these areas retain a mild disposition with hardly any snowfall, at higher altitudes, along the northeast coast and the central mountainous region become harsh and bleak. Snowfall is high thanks to the input of the wins that blow down from Siberia, although on the upside South Korea is considered to be a popular ski destination.