Yongin
City in South Korea
Yongin is a city in South Korea located 41 km from Seoul. With a population of about 1.1 million, it serves as a destination for visitors interested in cultural and entertainment sites, including Everland, the Korean Folk Village, and the Ho-Am Art Museum.
What to see
The city hosts several distinct attractions. Everland functions as a large entertainment park. For cultural and artistic experiences, the Korean Folk Village and the Ho-Am Art Museum are available.
When to go
The climate in Yongin features distinct seasons. Winters are cold, with average lows dropping to -8 °C in January. Spring and autumn offer milder temperatures, with highs ranging from 10 °C to 22 °C during the spring months of March through May and 10 °C to 18 °C in October and November. The summer months of July and August are the wettest, with rainfall reaching 382 mm and 316 mm respectively over roughly 16 to 18 days each month. Travelers preferring drier conditions may find the spring and autumn months more suitable for visits.
Getting there
Yongin is located 41 km from Seoul. The nearest airport is Seoul Gimpo International Airport, situated 51 km away.
Top sights in Yongin
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 29 °C. The wettest is July, with about 382 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 1 | 4 | 10 | 17 | 22 | 26 | 28 | 29 | 24 | 18 | 10 | 4 |
| Average low, °C | -8 | -5 | -1 | 5 | 11 | 17 | 21 | 21 | 16 | 8 | 1 | -5 |
| Rainfall, mm | 23 | 25 | 50 | 72 | 96 | 136 | 382 | 316 | 171 | 49 | 48 | 22 |
| Rainy days | 4 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 16 | 9 | 7 | 7 | 4 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Yongin (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.