A normal March in Seoul: 13°C by day, 2°C at night, rain on about 4.3 days (36 mm). What to wear: cool — jacket or coat, layers for cold mornings. Snow is rare in Seoul in March (about 0.4 days with fresh snow). Public holidays: Independence Movement Day (Mar 1).
March weather around Korea
| City | High / low °C | Rain mm | Rain days | Snow days | Humidity % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seoul | 13° / 2° | 36 | 4.3 | 0.4 | 53 |
| Busan | 14° / 6° | 100 | 6.9 | 0.0 | 57 |
| Jeju City | 14° / 7° | 82 | 7.1 | 0.0 | 64 |
| Gangneung | 12° / 2° | 63 | 5.9 | 1.8 | 54 |
| Gyeongju | 15° / 1° | 61 | 5.9 | — | 59 |
| Jeonju | 14° / 2° | 59 | 5.8 | 0.2 | 61 |
| Daegwallyeong (ski area) | 7° / -4° | 52 | 6.6 | — | 65 |
Seoul daytime highs: February 5°C → March 13°C → April 19°C, so March is warmer than the month before. For the next 10 days’ forecast see Korea weather.
Public holidays in March 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Mar 1 (Mon) | Independence Movement Day March 1 — commemorates the 1919 independence movement against Japanese rule. |
Banks and government offices close on these days; palaces, museums, shops and restaurants mostly open. See Korea public holidays for long weekends and what closes.
Festivals in March 2027
The Korea Tourism Organization has not published March 2027 festival dates yet — they are usually added a few weeks ahead. Festivals this month updates daily.
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FAQ
What is the weather like in Korea in March?
In Seoul a normal March has highs around 13°C and lows around 2°C, with rain on about 4.3 days. Jeju is 14°C / 7°C and Busan 14°C / 6°C.
What should I wear in Korea in March?
Cool — jacket or coat, layers for cold mornings. Mornings and evenings are around 2°C in Seoul.
Does it snow in Korea in March?
Snow is rare in Seoul in March (about 0.4 days with fresh snow). In the mountains, Daegwallyeong (near the Pyeongchang ski areas) had about 4.6 days with fresh snow in March while KMA still measured snow there (2011–2015).
Are there public holidays in March 2027?
Independence Movement Day on Mar 1.
Weather: Korea Meteorological Administration station records, 2011–2025 averages (not the official 1991–2020 normals). Holidays: Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute. Festivals: Korea Tourism Organization (TourAPI). Page rebuilt 2026-10-01.
