Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for February
| Metric | Budapest | Seoul | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 6°C (43°F)▲ | 4°C (39°F) | Budapest |
| Average LowHigher is milder | -2°C (28°F)▲ | -5°C (23°F) | Budapest |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 8 days | 4 days▲ | Seoul |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 36 mm | 27 mm▲ | Seoul |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 6h/day | 9h/day▲ | Seoul |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 16 km/h | 16 km/h | Tie |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Seoul edges ahead as the better destination in February. Seoul offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 4 rain days, while Budapest sees 6 sunshine hours and 8 rain days.
Budapest is on the cooler side at 6°C, requiring warmer clothing. Seoul is cooler at 4°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Seoul is the stronger choice in February. Seoul receives 3 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Budapest reaches an average high of 6°C (43°F) and drops to -2°C (28°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Seoul averages 4°C (39°F) for the high and -5°C (23°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in February.
Budapest receives approximately 36 mm of rainfall across 8 rain days during February. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Seoul sees 27 mm over 4 rain days. That makes Seoul the drier option by 4 rain days and 9 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 6°C, lows of -2°C, 8 rain days
Highs of 4°C, lows of -5°C, 4 rain days
Pack for both: heavy winter coat, thermal base layers, warm gloves and hat, insulated boots, a warm scarf. These items are useful in either destination during February.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. February is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Budapest | Seoul | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 3°C | 8d | 1°C | 4d |
| Feb | 6°C | 8d | 4°C | 4d |
| Mar | 11°C | 8d | 10°C | 6d |
| Apr | 17°C | 9d | 17°C | 7d |
| May | 21°C | 12d | 22°C | 8d |
| Jun | 25°C | 11d | 26°C | 9d |
| Jul | 27°C | 10d | 28°C | 17d |
| Aug | 27°C | 8d | 29°C | 16d |
| Sep | 21°C | 8d | 25°C | 8d |
| Oct | 16°C | 8d | 19°C | 5d |
| Nov | 9°C | 9d | 11°C | 7d |
| Dec | 4°C | 8d | 3°C | 5d |
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