Question 1

Is Sokcho safe to visit?

Accepted Answer

Travelia rates Sokcho, South Korea “safe”, following US State Department and UK FCDO travel advisories.

Question 2

What is the sea temperature in Sokcho in July?

Accepted Answer

The sea off Sokcho averages about 22°C in July.

Question 3

When is the best time to visit Sokcho?

Accepted Answer

Sokcho is warmest in Aug and driest in Dec; mild (18–28°C) months are Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.

Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	-1	0	5	11	16	19	23	24	19	14	8	2
Sea °C	10	8	9	11	14	18	22	24	22	19	15	12
Rain (days)	43	47	51	70	84	109	228	255	198	78	66	40

Sokcho, South Korea

Climate by month