Korea weather spot in April 2024

If it’ll be your first time to travel to South Korea and you can’t decide when to go, spring would be the ideal choice – the weather is at its most pleasant as it’s not too hot nor too cold, there are tons of festivals you could go to, you get to see all kinds of flowers in full bloom, and you get to enjoy Korea’s mouthwatering seasonal food!
To give you a better idea of the spring season in Korea, we’ve listed down all the basics you need to know before you go from travel essentials, what to wear, when and where to see Korea’s cherry blossoms, and the best things to do in spring, to name a few. So get your notes, excel sheets, or whichever tool you use, and let’s plan your most epic South Korea trip yet!
Korea’s Spring Season: when is it, what to expect, and what to wear
Nami Island Gate
Spring in Korea usually starts in March and lasts until May or early June. Temperatures begin to rise from their below-zero winters to about 6°C - 18°C (42.8°F - 64.4°F) in the spring, which is why this makes it a great time for first-time travelers to South Korea – you get to pack light and walk through pleasant weather.
Klook Tip: Remember to bring a handful of masks or buy some once you arrive. During April, yellow dust (Asian Dust/sandstorm) comes in from the Gobi Desert on the borders of China and Mongolia, this dust can greatly affect respiratory health so it’s advised to mask up and follow protocols.
person walking down a street lined with cherry blossom trees
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Speaking of packing light, your spring outfit in Korea will heavily depend on which month you plan on going. If it’s March, expect it to be much colder than April and May, so if you get cold easily, you may want to bring in some thermals just in case. Otherwise, the Korean spring season calls for only lighter jackets and some layering, you can leave the heavier and puffer jackets at home.
Airport transfers and how to get around
an airport bus in incheon airport
Getting from point A to point B in Korea is super easy, you’ll only need one transportation card for public transportation in the country, from buses, subways, and even taxis. The only time you can’t use them is if you need to board intercity trains or buses as these require separate tickets.
Intercity Transportation
an image of korea's KTX
Intercity transportation includes KTX (Korea Train Express / high-speed Korea Rail) and airport transfers like AREX (Airport Railroad Express Train) and K-Limousine Bus. If you’re planning on exploring outside Seoul, you could take the KTX to get to other cities like Daejon, Busan, and Suncheon to name a few. There’s also a direct KTX between Seoul and Busan, a much more affordable option if you plan on exploring just those two cities for your trip.