🇲🇽 Mexico City vs 🇰🇷 Seoul

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Mexico City

broken clouds

75°F

Broken Clouds

Feels like 74°F

H 75°F / L 75°F

Humidity: 31%

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Seoul

mist

50°F

Mist

Feels like 48°F

H 50°F / L 50°F

Humidity: 100%

Climate Overview

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Mexico City

Subtropical highland — mild year-round due to altitude, distinct wet season

Best monthsOctober, November, March, April
AvoidJune, July, August (rainy season, pollution)
Annual rain28 inches (720 mm) — mostly May–October

Mexico City's high altitude (7,350 ft/2,240m) keeps temperatures surprisingly mild year-round. Days are typically 65–75°F; nights cool significantly. The rainy season (May–October) brings afternoon thunderstorms. Air quality is a year-round concern due to the enclosed valley.

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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🇲🇽 Mexico City🇰🇷 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

Mexico City vs Seoul: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Mexico City or Seoul have better weather?

Mexico City and Seoul have very different climates. Subtropical highland — mild year-round due to altitude, distinct wet 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 Mexico City vs Seoul?

Best time for Mexico City: October, November, March, April. Best time for Seoul: April, May, September, October.

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