Temperature range
Typical highs and lows
High28.0°C
Low-0.4°C
The broad yearly range between warm daytime highs and the coolest overnight lows.
South Korea Busan, South Korea
Busan has a temperate climate with average temperatures ranging from 7°C / 44°F in January to 28°C / 82°F in August.
Precipitation is distributed throughout the year, averaging 112 mm / 4.4 inches monthly, peaking in July (251 mm / 9.9 inches) and reaching its lowest in December (27 mm / 1.1 inches).
The UV index ranges from 3 in December to 8 in June, so strong sun protection is essential during summer months.
The longest days occur in June with around 14.5 hours of daylight, while December has the shortest days at about 9.8 hours.
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Climate overview
Climate at a glance
The big-picture stats that matter for planning your visit to Busan.
Rain pattern
Wettest point of the year
251 mm
July carries the highest typical rainfall load.
Sun exposure
Typical peak UV band
High (6.3)
A fast read on how strong midday sun typically gets across the year.
Daylight window
Seasonal daylight range
10 hrsto14 hrs
Useful for gauging how much sightseeing time you get in shorter versus longer seasons.
Wind profile
Typical breeze strength
12 km/h
January is typically the breeziest month.
Humidity
Typical moisture range
55 %to88 %
A quick signal for how dry, comfortable, or heavy the air tends to feel.
When should I go?
Our top-rated months for visiting Busan, based on long-term weather comfort and conditions
Typical weather by month
Compare all monthsTip: click on a card to see detailed daily weather averages for that month.
How Busan compares
See how it ranks against the rest of South Korea for key metrics.
HOTTEST (AVG)
in South Korea
#1 / 2
COOLEST (AVG)
in South Korea
#2 / 2
WETTEST (TOTAL)
in South Korea
#1 / 2
WINDIEST (AVG)
in South Korea
#1 / 2
HIGHEST UV
in South Korea
#1 / 2
MOST HUMID
in South Korea
#2 / 2
Short term outlook
Visiting soon? Here's the next 7 days of weather for Busan, or see an hourly breakdown for the next 14 days.
Travel planning FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the weather questions you ask the most.
How does the weather in Busan feel over the year?
Across the year, daytime highs average about 17°C (63°F), with nights near 11°C (52°F). Overall it feels mild by day and cool after dark. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing. Expect a mix of sun and cloud across the year.
When is the best time to visit Busan for dry weather?
When is sun exposure strongest in Busan?
UV tends to peak in June, when UV levels frequently reach very high levels (around 8), so strong sun protection is essential, especially around midday.
Is Busan a windy place?
Across the year, average winds sit around 12 km/h (7 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 67 km/h (42 mph). Overall it is it is a notably windy place, and strong gusts are fairly common.
How much daylight does Busan get?
On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.