Kyoto or Seoul in November?
On climate data, Seoul comes out ahead overall in November. See the per-criterion details below.
KyotoPhoto: Basile Morin · CC BY-SA 4.0
SeoulPhoto: Basile Morin · CC BY-SA 4.0Key figures in November
| Criterion | Kyoto | Seoul |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 15 °C | 11 °C |
| Average daily low | 6 °C | 3 °C |
| Rainy days | 12 rainy days (est.) | 8 rainy days (est.) ★ |
| Sun | 3 h/day | 3 h/day |
| Humidity | 84 % | 76 % |
Winner by travel type
Trade-offs
- Kyoto is about 4 °C warmer by day.
- Seoul is drier, with about 5 fewer rainy days.
Kyoto or Seoul in November: the short answer
In November, Seoul comes out ahead on the overall climate score (Kyoto 49/100 vs Seoul 52/100). That is a snapshot of one month, though — which one truly fits depends on what you want from the trip, so the breakdown below goes criterion by criterion.
This comparison focuses on November as a representative month for the pair; for any other month, use each destination's month-by-month pages. Across the whole year Kyoto averages a climate score of 50/100, Seoul 63/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in November, side by side
The average daily high is about 15 °C in Kyoto and 11 °C in Seoul — warmer in Kyoto. Average daily lows are around 6 °C versus 3 °C.
On rain, Kyoto sees about 12 rainy days in November and Seoul about 8 — drier in Seoul. Sunshine is comparable (3 vs 3 hours a day).
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Kyoto records roughly 175 rainy days and Seoul about 107 — the drier of the two overall is Seoul. At their sunniest, Kyoto reaches about 6 hours of sun a day (May) and Seoul about 7 (May). If dependable dry, sunny weather is your top priority, weigh these annual totals alongside the single month above.
Best time to visit each
Climatically, Kyoto is at its best in April, May, June and October, while Seoul peaks in May, June, September and October. If your dates are fixed, pick the destination whose strong season overlaps them; if you are flexible, plan around these windows.
Which suits which kind of trip
Based on the November scores for each travel style:
City breaks: Kyoto scores higher in November (Kyoto 61 vs Seoul 58).
Active & hiking: Kyoto scores higher in November (Kyoto 57 vs Seoul 56).
Family: Seoul scores higher in November (Kyoto 33 vs Seoul 45).
Verdict: which should you pick?
There is no single winner — it depends on your month and your priority. For November specifically, use the head-to-head above; over the year, Seoul carries the slightly higher overall climate score. Choose Kyoto if its strong months and profile match your plan, Seoul if its do. The month-by-month pages for each destination give you the full picture before you book.