The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Busan. Temperatures rise (72°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain risk remains low (22% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
May is the best month of the year in Busan. Compared to April: +7°F daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
comfortable
12°
Sea
17°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
13.9h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 46
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Is May the right month?
May is actually the best month of the year in Busan. Good timing.
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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 May?
In May, the sea averages 63°F in Busan: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Busan in May?
The average UV index reaches 7 in May in Busan (high), with about 13.9h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.