The month in detail
What to expect in July
Summer in Busan brings pleasant temperatures (82°F) and long sunny days (5.6h of sunshine). Expect rain on 39% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
July ranks 7 out of 12 months in Busan. Compared to June: +4°F daytime, 9 pts more rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in July
UV index
6 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
22°
Sea
22°C
cool, invigorating
Daylight
14.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 26
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Is July the right month?
The best month in Busan is May (8.1/10), 2.7 pts higher than July.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.
Country · South Korea
🗣️LanguageKorean
💶CurrencySouth Korean Won (₩)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 86°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 45°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 39%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Busan ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
South KoreaTemperate oceanic climate with a 8.1 → 4.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
35.18°N · 129.08°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Busan?
May is the best month with 72°F highs, 55°F lows, 7.4h of sunshine and 22.0% rainy days. The months of May & June offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Busan get in May?
Busan averages 7.4 sunshine hours per day in May. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.5/10.
What is the rainiest month in Busan?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Busan in May?
In May, overnight lows reach 55°F, while afternoon highs average 72°F.
Is Busan good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Busan scores 4.1/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains May with a score of 7.5/10.
When should you avoid Busan?
January is the most difficult month to visit Busan, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Busan in July?
In July, the sea averages 71°F in Busan: cool, invigorating. Swimming is possible but brisk; sensitive swimmers may prefer a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Busan in July?
The average UV index reaches 6 in July in Busan (high), with about 14.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.