Korean Weather Words & Phrases
Korea has four distinct seasons, each with its own character — from cherry blossom springs to snowy winters. Weather is one of the most common small talk topics in Korean, making this vocabulary essential for everyday conversation. These terms help you check forecasts, discuss conditions, and plan activities.
100 words
맑은
malgeun
Sunny
Beginner흐린
heurin
Cloudy
Beginner비오는
bioneun
Rainy
Beginner눈이 오는
nuni oneun
Snowy
Beginner바람이 부는
barami buneun
Windy
Beginner안개가 낀
angaega kkin
Foggy
Beginner폭풍우가 치는
pokpungu-ga chineun
Stormy
Intermediate습한
seuphan
Humid
Beginner건조한
geonjohhan
Dry
Beginner덥다
deobda
Hot
Beginner춥다
chubda
Cold
Beginner시원한
siwonhan
Cool
Beginner얼어붙는
eoreobutneun
Freezing
Intermediate끓는 듯한
kkeulneun deushan
Boiling
Intermediate온화한
onhwahan
Mild
Intermediate맑은 하늘
malgeun haneul
Clear Sky
Beginner흐린 날씨
heurin nalssi
Overcast
Beginner부분적으로 흐린
bubunjeogeuro heurin
Partly Cloudy
Intermediate폭우
pokwu
Heavy Rain
Intermediate가는 비
ganeun bi
Light Rain
Beginner뇌우
noeu
Thunderstorm
Intermediate천둥
cheondung
Thunder
Beginner진눈깨비
jinunkkaebi
Sleet
Intermediate눈보라
nunbora
Blizzard
Intermediate폭설
pokseol
Snowstorm
Intermediate먼지폭풍
meonjipokpung
Dust Storm
Intermediate토네이도
toneido
Tornado
Advanced허리케인
heoriikein
Hurricane
Advanced몬순
monsun
Monsoon
Advanced장마
jangma
Rainy Season
Intermediate건기
geongi
Dry Season
Intermediate한파
hanpa
Cold Snap
Intermediate얼음
eoreum
Ice
Beginner검은 얼음
geomeun eoreum
Black Ice
Advanced온도
ondo
Temperature
Beginner섭씨
seopssi
Degrees Celsius
Beginner우산
usan
Umbrella
Beginner레인코트
reinkoteu
Raincoat
Beginner자외선 차단제
jaoeseonseon chadangjae
Sunscreen
Beginner선글라스
seongeullaseu
Sunglasses
Beginner공기질
gonggijil
Air Quality
Intermediate자외선 지수
jaoeseonseon jisu
UV Index
Intermediate습도
seupdo
Humidity Level
Intermediate풍속
pungsok
Wind Speed
Intermediate풍향
punghyang
Wind Direction
Intermediate기압
giyap
Barometric Pressure
Advanced시정
sijeong
Visibility
Advanced이슬점
iseuljeom
Dew Point
Advanced날씨 앱
nalssi aep
Weather App
Beginner날씨 경보
nalssi gyeongbo
Weather Alert
Intermediate홍수 경보
hongsu gyeongbo
Flood Warning
Intermediate대피
daepi
Evacuation
Intermediate대피소
daepiso
Shelter
Intermediate계절 변화
gyejeol byeonhwa
Season Change
Intermediate봄날씨
bomnal ssi
Spring Weather
Beginner여름 더위
yeoreum deowi
Summer Heat
Beginner가을 시원함
gaeul siwonham
Autumn Cool
Beginner겨울 추위
gyeoul chuwei
Winter Cold
Beginner첫눈
cheotnum
First Snow
Beginner벚꽃 개화 예보
beotkkot gaehwa yebo
Cherry Blossom Forecast
Intermediate황사 경보
hwangsa gyeongbo
Yellow Dust Warning
Intermediate실내 공기질
silnae gonggijil
Indoor Air Quality
Intermediate난방
nanbang
Heating
Beginner냉방
naengbang
Cooling
Beginner에어컨
eaikon
Air Conditioning
Beginner환기
hwangi
Ventilation
Beginner떨다
tteolda
Shiver
Beginner소름
soreom
Goosebumps
Intermediate동상
dongsang
Frostbite
Advanced일광화상
ilgwanghwasang
Sunburn
Intermediate열사병
yeolsabyeong
Heat Stroke
Intermediate탈수
talsu
Dehydration
Intermediate우산 에티켓
usan etikket
Umbrella Etiquette
Advanced우산 함께 쓰기
usan hamkke sseogi
Sharing Umbrella
Beginner비오는 날씨 기분
bioneun nalssi gibun
Rainy Day Mood
Intermediate포근한 날씨
pogeunhan nalssi
Cozy Weather
Intermediate완벽한 날씨
wanbyeokhan nalssi
Perfect Weather
Beginner이상적인 온도
isangjeogin ondo
Ideal Temperature
Intermediate날씨 잡담
nalssi japddam
Weather Small Talk
Intermediate봄비
Bombi
Spring Rain
Beginner장마철
Jangmacheol
Monsoon Season
Intermediate미세먼지 경보
Miseemeonji Gyeongbo
Fine Dust Warning
Advanced맑은 날
Malgeun Nal
Sunny Day
Beginner흐린 하늘
Heurin Haneul
Cloudy Sky
Beginner강설량
Gangseollyang
Snowfall
Advanced소름
Soreum
Goosebumps
Intermediate뿌연
Ppuyeon
Hazy
Intermediate제설 작업
Jeseol Jageopp
Snow Removal
Advanced소나기 뒤 무지개
Sonagi Dwi Mujigae
Rainbow After Rain
Beginner첫 서리
Cheos Seori
First Frost
Advanced빙판길
Bingpangil
Slippery Road
Intermediate소나기
Sonagi
Sudden Shower
Beginner잔뜩 흐린
Janddeuk Heurin
Overcast
Intermediate체감 더위
Chegam Deowi
Heat Index
Intermediate한랭 전선
Hallaeng Jeonseon
Cold Front
Advanced쌍무지개
Ssangmujigae
Double Rainbow
Intermediate해빙
Haebing
Spring Thaw
Advanced열대야
Yeoldaeya
Tropical Night
Intermediate돌풍
Dolpung
Wind Gust
Intermediate맑음
Malgeom
Clear Weather
BeginnerLearning to describe the weather in Korean is an essential step for any language learner. Weather is a universal conversation starter, making these vocabulary words incredibly useful for daily interactions, whether you are chatting with friends, watching Korean dramas, or planning a trip to Korea. Mastering terms like 맑은 (malgeun) for "sunny" or 비오는 (bioneun) for "rainy" allows you to engage in natural conversations and understand more about the local environment. Beyond basic descriptions, knowing how to express temperature, such as 덥다 (deobda) for "hot" and 춥다 (chubda) for "cold", helps you communicate your comfort levels and understand weather forecasts. These words are not just about memorization, they are building blocks for deeper cultural immersion. Imagine being able to comment on a beautiful clear day using 맑은 (malgeun) or discussing a sudden downpour with 비오는 (bioneun). Understanding the nuances of weather vocabulary also enriches your comprehension of Korean media, as weather often plays a significant role in storytelling and everyday dialogue. From simple greetings about the day's conditions to more complex discussions about climate, these terms provide a crucial foundation. Even words like 바람이 부는 (barami buneun) for "windy" or 안개가 낀 (angaega kkin) for "foggy" become invaluable for painting a complete picture of the weather. Integrating this vocabulary into your learning routine will significantly enhance your ability to communicate effectively and confidently about the world around you in Korean.
Start with these weather words
These entries give you the fastest route into this category: the Korean term, how it is pronounced, and the kind of real sentence where it appears.
맑은
malgeun
Sunny
Describes clear, bright weather with no clouds. Commonly used in daily weather conversations and forecasts in Korea. A positive weather condition that encourages outdoor activities.
흐린
heurin
Cloudy
Indicates overcast skies with cloud coverage. A neutral weather condition that is neither sunny nor rainy. Often used when discussing unpredictable weather patterns.
비오는
bioneun
Rainy
Describes weather with precipitation. Rain is common in Korea, especially during the monsoon season. Koreans often discuss rainy weather and its impact on daily activities.
눈이 오는
nuni oneun
Snowy
Refers to weather with snowfall. Snow is significant in Korean winters, particularly in northern regions. Koreans celebrate the first snow of the season.
바람이 부는
barami buneun
Windy
Describes weather with strong wind conditions. Wind is a common weather element in Korea, especially during spring and autumn. Important for outdoor planning.
안개가 낀
angaega kkin
Foggy
Indicates weather with fog or mist. Fog can reduce visibility and is common in coastal areas and during certain seasons. Important for driving safety.
폭풍우가 치는
pokpungu-ga chineun
Stormy
Describes severe weather with strong winds and heavy rain. Storms can be dangerous and often lead to weather alerts in Korea. People prepare by securing outdoor items.
습한
seuphan
Humid
Refers to high moisture content in the air. Humidity is particularly high in Korea during summer and the rainy season. Affects comfort and health.
Frequently asked questions
How do you ask about the weather in Korean?+
To ask "How is the weather?" in Korean, you can use the common phrase "날씨가 어때요?" (nalssiga eottaeyo?). This is a versatile and polite way to inquire about the current weather conditions. For example, if you want to ask about today's weather, you could say "오늘 날씨가 어때요?" (oneul nalssiga eottaeyo?), making it specific. It's a great conversation starter.
What are the basic Korean words for sunny and rainy?+
For "sunny," the common Korean word is 맑은 (malgeun). You can say "날씨가 맑아요" (nalssiga malgayo) to mean "The weather is sunny." For "rainy," use 비오는 (bioneun). To say "It's rainy," you would say "비가 와요" (biga wayo). These are fundamental terms for daily weather descriptions.
How do Koreans describe hot or cold weather?+
To describe hot weather, Koreans use 덥다 (deobda). So, "It's hot" becomes "더워요" (deowoyo). For cold weather, the term is 춥다 (chubda), making "It's cold" into "추워요" (chuwoyo). If the weather is pleasantly cool, you can use 시원한 (siwonhan), as in "시원해요" (siwonhaeyo).
Are there specific ways to say windy or foggy in Korean?+
Yes, to say "windy," you use 바람이 부는 (barami buneun). A common phrase is "바람이 불어요" (barami bureoyo), meaning "The wind is blowing." For "foggy," the term is 안개가 낀 (angaega kkin). You would typically say "안개가 꼈어요" (angaega kkyeosseoyo), which translates to "It's foggy" or "The fog has set in."
How can I express that the weather is humid or dry?+
To describe humid weather, the Korean word is 습한 (seuphan). You can say "습해요" (seupaeyo) to mean "It's humid." For dry weather, use 건조한 (geonjohhan). So, "It's dry" becomes "건조해요" (geonjohaeyo). These terms are particularly useful when discussing seasonal weather patterns or indoor conditions.
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