Daegu Stadium
Stadium Multiuse stadium in Daegu, hosted 2002 Asian Games events
Daegu’s World Cup stadium, often called Daegu Stadium, hosted 2002 FIFA World Cup matches; locals and visitors attend K League fixtures, athletics events and occasional concerts at the bowl in eastern Daegu.
Daegu Stadium is a multi-purpose sports stadium in the city of Daegu, South Korea, constructed for major sporting events and large-capacity matches. It was completed in the early 2000s and has been used for international football and athletics competitions.
The stadium includes a spectator bowl and athletics track and has been a venue for international tournaments and domestic league matches. It remains one of the major sports venues in Daegu.
The stadium is located within Daegu city in southeastern South Korea and is accessible from the city’s public transport network.
- Uses: Primarily used for football and athletics, the stadium was completed to host international sporting events and large domestic matches.
How to Get to Daegu Stadium #
Take the Daegu Metro Line 2 to Daegu Stadium Station (대구스타디움역); the stadium is a short 5-10 minute walk from the station to the main entrance. By car from central Daegu, the stadium is within the city and reached via local arterial roads (short taxi or drive).
Tips for Visiting Daegu Stadium #
- Use the subway: the complex is served by Daegu Stadium Station (Line 2) - on event days this is far faster than driving and avoids limited stadium parking and road closures.
- If you're attending a match or concert, arrive at least 60-90 minutes before kick-off to get through security and queue for entry; leaving immediately after full-time can mean long waits in the car parks, so linger or plan a later exit.
- Outside event days, walk the plazas and sports-complex grounds for photographic angles of the stadium's curved roof that most quick visitors miss - the best light for photos is early morning or late afternoon.
Best Time to Visit Daegu Stadium #
Best to visit Daegu Stadium in spring or autumn for comfortable temperatures and lower rainfall.
Weather & Climate near Daegu Stadium #
Daegu Stadium's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) - Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1084 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (151 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (228 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Heavy rain (208 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -4°C. The driest month with just 15 mm.
