🇵🇭 Manila vs 🇰🇷 Seoul

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Manila

few clouds

82°F

Few Clouds

Feels like 87°F

H 82°F / L 81°F

Humidity: 73%

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Seoul

broken clouds

46°F

Broken Clouds

Feels like 42°F

H 48°F / L 46°F

Humidity: 100%

Climate Overview

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Manila

Tropical monsoon — hot and humid year-round, dramatic typhoon season

Best monthsNovember, December, January, February
AvoidAugust, September, October (peak typhoon season)
Annual rain83 inches (2,100 mm)

Manila is one of the world's most typhoon-prone cities, experiencing an average of 20 typhoons per year in the Philippines (8–9 making direct landfall). The dry season (November–April) is the safest and most comfortable window.

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Seoul

Humid continental — hot humid summers, cold dry winters, beautiful spring and fall

Best monthsApril, May, September, October
AvoidJuly, August (monsoon), December, January (bitter cold)
Annual rain57 inches (1,450 mm)

Seoul has four distinct seasons. Cherry blossoms in April and autumn foliage in October rival Tokyo's. Summers bring the monsoon (jangma) and intense heat; winters are dry and bitterly cold with clear blue skies.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇵🇭 Manila🇰🇷 Seoul
Spring

43–70°F

March–May

Summer

72–89°F

June–August

Fall

50–73°F

September–November

Winter

19–36°F

December–February

Manila vs Seoul: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Manila or Seoul have better weather?

Manila and Seoul have very different climates. Tropical monsoon — hot and humid year-round, dramatic typhoon season Seoul: Humid continental — hot humid summers, cold dry winters, beautiful spring and fall. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Manila vs Seoul?

Best time for Manila: November, December, January, February. Best time for Seoul: April, May, September, October.

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