Korea In July: The Weather, Tips From A Local, Flowers and Things To Do

Last Updated on June 23, 2025

July in Korea is when summer truly makes its presence known. It’s hot, it’s humid, and yes, there’s a good chance you’ll experience some rain. But that doesn’t mean you should avoid visiting in July. Not at all. This month has its own kind of charm if you’re prepared to embrace it.

After nearly two decades in Korea, I’ve learned that July is all about balance. Some days are steamy and sunny, perfect for beach trips and iced drinks. Other days bring refreshing monsoon rains that make the lush greenery even more vibrant. Pack a light raincoat, plan for early morning or evening outings, and be ready to enjoy Korea’s summer in full swing.

Will you be traveling to Korea in July? Here’s everything you need to know from the weather to the festivals.

• The Weather In Korea In July
• What To Know About Visiting Korea In July
• What To Pack and What To Wear
• The Public Holidays In Korea In July
• The Best Festivals and Events In July
• Beaches In Korea You Should Find
• Ideas For Things To Do
• What To Eat In The Summer In Korea
• The July Flower Guide
• Day Trips & Adventures To Take From Seoul

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The Weather In Korea In July

July in Korea is the height of summer, with temperatures soaring to an average high of 29°C to 30°C (84°F to 86°F). The heat and humidity are undeniable, but they’re all part of the season’s lively atmosphere.

This is the perfect month to hit the beaches or cool off in mountain streams and rivers. While outdoor adventures are a must, it’s a good idea to have a few indoor spots in mind for a refreshing break from the heat. With the right balance, July is a vibrant and exciting time to experience Korea.

Typhoons in Korea

Typhoons usually head to Korea from the south and can hit during the months of July through September. Generally, by the time the rains and wind get to Seoul, it’s not that strong. If you’ll be on Jeju Island or Busan, you’ll want to watch the weather channels vigilantly to know if any storms are headed this way.

Typhoon storms can bring high winds, flash floods and landslides. Just be aware of the weather while you’re traveling and if a typhoon is headed to Korea, stay indoors.

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What To Know About Visiting Korea In July

July is the height of summer in Korea, with warm, humid days and the rainy season in full swing. While the weather may be unpredictable, this is also the time for beach getaways and water festivals across the country, especially on the east and west coasts.

Speaking of water, July is a fantastic time to cool off by hiking along mountain streams or visiting Korea’s many water parks. Be prepared for some rain and bring your sunscreen—you’ll still find plenty of ways to enjoy the vibrant summer season.

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What To Pack and What To Wear

With July’s heat and humidity, lightweight, breathable clothing is your best friend. Quick-dry fabrics work wonders, especially if you get caught in a sudden summer rain shower during the rainy season. A small umbrella or rain poncho is essential for staying dry, and waterproof shoes can save the day when puddles appear.

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The Public Holidays In Korea In July

There are no major public holidays in July in Korea.

Did you know there are unofficial holidays in Korea? On July 14, some Koreans celebrate Silver Day. Korean couples like to proclaim their love by wearing couple rings. If you didn’t already swap one with your lover on your 100 day, this is a great day to do that. Single people also jump on this one and treat themselves to something nice.

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The Best Festivals and Events In July

July in Korea is all about summer fun, with festivals centered around water, music, and beaches. From splashing at water parks to celebrating local culture, July’s events are sure to keep you cool and entertained despite the summer heat.

Music Festivals

July is when the music festivals really get going and it’s a great time to hang outside enjoying fun in the sun with some tunes.

• Pentaport Rock Festival: July 12, 2025 ~ July 13, 2025
  • One of the biggest live music events in the country, some major acts have graced the stage over the years.  Vampire Weekend, Mogwai, Leenalchi, Galaxy Express, The Fray, Two Doors Cinema Club, Weezer, Nine Inch Nails and more have jammed here. See who is playing this year.
  • Address: Songdo Dalbit Festival Park in Incheon, 350 Central-ro, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon (인천광역시 연수구 센트럴로 350)
  • Get Tickets: You can get tickets to Pentaport on Klook.
  • Places To Stay In The Area: Benikea The Bliss Hotel, Hotel L’art City
  • Website: Incheon Pentaport Music Festival
• Seoul Fringe Festival (서울프린지페스티벌): July 31, 2025 ~ August 17, 2025
  • An arts and culture festival held in downtown Seoul, you can view exhibits, partake in events, and just generally see a lot of really cool things in Mapo-gu and Seodaemun-gu in popular areas like Hongdae and Yeonnam-dong among others.
  • Website: Seoul Fringe Festival Website.

Flower Festivals

Rather than ringing in the New Year at midnight, a lot of Koreans head to the tallest mountains near them or to the east coast of Korea to watch the first sunrise. Koreans believe that wishes made while watching that first sunrise of the year are the most powerful so if you need some good juju in the coming year, maybe this is the best way for you to celebrate.

• Buyeo Seodong Lotus Flower Festival (부여서동연꽃축제): July 4, 2025 ~ July 6, 2025
  • At the peak of the lotus lantern bloom, this festival is based on a historical love story, with programs and performance events focused on story delivery.
  • Address: 52 Gungnam-ro, Buyeo-gun, Chungcheongnam-do (충청남도 부여군 부여읍 동남리)
• Semiwon Lotus Flower Festival (세미원연꽃문화제): June 27, 2025 ~ August 10, 2025
  • Lotus flowers in bloom completely change how ponds across the country look. Wander through this beautiful garden to see hundreds of different types of water flowers.
  • Address: 93 Yangsu-ro, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do (경기도 양평군 양서면 양수로 93)
• Taebaek Sunflower Festival (태백해바라기축제): July 18, 2025 ~ August 17, 2025
  • Sunflowers are iconic yellow blooms that mean summer is in full swing. If you take a trip to Taebaek, you can see them in all of their beauty.
  • Address: 38-33 Guwau-gil, Taebaek-si, Gangwon-do (강원도 태백시 구와우길 38-33)

Water and Fire Festivals

• Water Bomb Festival (워터밤 뮤직 페스티벌): July 4-6, 2025
  • An annual summer music festival, it’s hosted in a number of cities and it gets wet and wild.
  • Get Tickets: You can get tickets on Klook.
  • Website: https://www.waterbombfestival.com/ticket-seoul
• Jeongnamjin Jangheung Water Festival (정남진 장흥 물축제): July 26, 2025 ~ August 3, 2025
  • Korea’s largest water festival, you’ll have a blast shooting water guns and enjoying water sports. The festival uses the pure water of the Tamjingang River as it cuts its way through Jangheung.
  • Address: 741-6, Geonsan-ri, Jangheung-gun, Jeollanam-do (전라남도 장흥군 장흥읍 건산리 741-6)

Nature Festivals

• Boryeong Mud Festival (보령머드축제): July 25, 2025 ~ August 10, 2025
  • One of the most popular and well-known summer festivals in the country, this festival attracts the largest number of international visitors among all of the festivals.
  • Address: 5 Haesuyokjang 10-gil, Boryeong-si, Chungcheongnam-do (충청남도 보령시 해수욕장10길 5)
  • Join a tour: To get there and back, join a daytrip shuttle. Sign up on Klook. Or check out the daytrip option with Trazy
• Yangpyeong Watermelon Festival: July 5, 2025 ~ July 6, 2025
  • Watermelon is one of those quintessential summer fruits that just needs to be celebrated. Yangpyeong’s watermelon are known for their crisp texture and sweet, refreshing taste. From family-friendly water games to splash zones, this is the spot for good eats and summer fun. \
  • Address: Yongdu Market area, Cheongun-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

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Beaches In Korea You Should Find

The salty seas refresh and luckily in Korea there are miles and miles of beaches to choose from. The western coast, eastern coast and southern coast of Korea offers up beautiful beaches of all kinds.

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Ideas For Things To Do

Don’t let summer’s heat hold you back. The best way to enjoy the season is by balancing outdoor adventures with cool indoor escapes. Dive into water parks and beach festivals, but also plan for indoor fun like visiting museums, aquariums, or enjoying Korea’s vibrant café culture to cool off.

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What To Eat In The Summer In Korea

Korean summer delicacies range from cold sweet treats and soups to the hottest of boiling stews. Here’s what to look for when you visit this season.

Samgyetang (삼계탕) is one of the must-have Korean soups in the summer. There will be lines out of doors on the hottest days of summer for this boiling stew made with chicken and ginseng. Samgyetang is healthy and provides the energy we all need in the summer.

Jangeo (장어), grilled eel, is another food known to provide stamina so it’s especially popular in the summer. If you like the Korean bbq experience and seafood, try jangeo, or eel.

Kongguksu (콩국수) is one of my favorite cold Korean soups. Made with buckwheat noodles and a thick soy milk broth, topped with julienned cucumber and sliced tomatoes, it’s filling oh so healthy.

There are a number of other great cold Korean soups like mulnaengmyeon (물냉면), a combination of julienned cucumbers, sliced Korean pear, radish, and a boiled egg or cold boiled beef, spicy mustard and vinegar make the broth quite tangy.

Long, thin buckwheat noodles would traditionally be eaten without cutting symbolizing longevity of life and good health, these days most servers will ask if you’d like the noodles cut as they wield scissors back and forth.

My husband’s favorite option is Pyeongyang naengmyeon (평양냉면), which has been made since the Joseon Dynasty. A North Korean delicacy that is served with buckwheat noodles and a mild cold broth.

Bingsu (빙수) is an icy treat made with shaved ice, glutinous rice cakes, condensed milk and traditionally it has red beans, but these days you can get mango, strawberry, green tea, and all kinds of other bingsu versions.

Fried chicken is good year round of course, but in the summer as the heat rises, it becomes a very popular late night staple in many Korean households. There’s just something about the crisp of Korean chicken, some light beer, and probably sitting back to watch a soccer match.

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The July In Korea Flower Guide

Lotus Flowers (연꽃): Blooming throughout the month of July, lotus flowers make mundane ponds come to life in the most elegant of ways. In Korean Buddhist tradition, the different stages of the lotus flower’s growth are often used as metaphors for the stages of enlightenment.

Sunflowers (해바라기): Sunflower fields have gained in popularity over the past few years and there are even some great sunflower festivals each year. The biggest thing to look out for though is that if the monsoon rains hit after the sunflowers bloom, it can destroy the fields pretty quickly, so keep an eye on the weather.

Trumpet vines (능소화): Spilling over walls here and there, the trumpet vines are gorgeous. They start to bloom in June and can go into July though they can drop when the monsoon rains really hit which means they can last longer or shorter depending on how much rain we get each summer. Fine them when the sun is shining.

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Day Trips & Adventures To Take From Seoul

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Who knew July in Korea could bring beach days, water festivals, and scenic hikes to cool mountain streams? It absolutely does! Pack your summer essentials and get ready for an exciting adventure in South Korea this July.

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