When to go to Busan?
A port city stretched between beaches and headlands, Busan fills Haeundae with parasols in summer while Gamcheon climbs its hillside in painted terraces and staircases. Jagalchi sells whatever came off the boats that morning, cooked upstairs if you want it. Out on the coast, Haedong Yonggungsa is a rare temple built at sea level, taking the spray on its rocks.
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The best time to go
For the best weather in Busan, aim for May, December.
See also: Where to go in May? · Where to go in December?
Month-by-month weather in Busan
| Month | ☀️ h/day | 🌧️ mm | 🌡️ °C | Score /100 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.9 | 40 | 1 | 65 |
| February | 7.6 | 54 | 4 | 60 |
| March | 8.3 | 98 | 9 | 59 |
| April | 8.3 | 124 | 14 | 58 |
| May | 9.9 | 129 | 18 | 66 |
| June | 8.3 | 227 | 22 | 53 |
| July | 8.3 | 276 | 26 | 52 |
| August | 10.1 | 206 | 27 | 65 |
| September | 8.3 | 229 | 23 | 55 |
| October | 8.4 | 95 | 16 | 64 |
| November | 8.3 | 57 | 10 | 65 |
| December | 8.1 | 39 | 2 | 65 |
Estimated from 3 years of data. The score (0–100) combines sunshine, dry weather, clear skies and temperature.
The climate in brief
In Busan, the sunniest month is August, and the driest is December (about 39 mm). Temperatures peak in August (about 27°C). Over the year, an average of 1,574 mm of rain falls, and 2 months in 12 offer ideal weather for a trip.
What to do in Busan?
- Haeundae beach
- Gamcheon Culture Village
- Jagalchi fish market
- Haedong Yonggungsa Temple (seaside)
Practical info
- Country: South Korea
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