South Korea · January
Seoul in January
Embrace the crisp winter air and vibrant city life of Seoul this January. While many associate Korea with spring blossoms, winter offers a unique charm, from twinkling holiday lights lingering into the new year to steaming bowls of comfort food.
Is January a good time to visit Seoul?
January is one of the tougher months to visit Seoul. -8-1°C, dry and very cold with occasional snow — Extreme cold can limit outdoor activities.
Overall: Skip this month
Crowds: Light
Prices: Light
What makes January worth visiting
- •Winter street food
- •Ice skating rinks
What to pack for Seoul in January
Winter-specific items.
Clothing
- ●Thermal Base Layers
- ●Insulated Parka or Heavy Winter Coat
- ●Waterproof and Windproof Outerwear
- ●Warm Hat, Gloves, and Scarf
- ●Insulated, Waterproof Boots
Electronics
- ●Power Bank
- ●Universal Travel Adapter
- ●Portable Wi-Fi Device (Pocket Wi-Fi)
Health & Safety
- ●Lip Balm with SPF
- ●Moisturizer
- ●Basic First-Aid Kit
- ●Face Mask
Cultural & Miscellaneous
- ●Comfortable Walking Shoes
- ●Small Backpack or Crossbody Bag
- ●Reusable Shopping Bag
- ●Tissues
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