Seoul vs Budapest

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Seoul edges ahead as the better destination in December. Seoul offers 7 hours of daily sunshine with only 5 rain days, while Budapest sees 4 sunshine hours and 8 rain days.

Seoul is on the cooler side at 3°C, requiring warmer clothing. Budapest is cooler at 4°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Seoul is the stronger choice in December. Seoul receives 3 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Seoul reaches an average high of 3°C (37°F) and drops to -5°C (23°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Budapest averages 4°C (39°F) for the high and -2°C (28°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.

Seoul receives approximately 23 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during December. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Budapest sees 44 mm over 8 rain days. That makes Seoul the drier option by 3 rain days and 21 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.