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City Trips Potential

97/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

October, May, April

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Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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Weather

2°C – 26°C

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Precipitation

Seasonal (check heatmap)

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Planning a city trip to Busan?

The best time to visit Busan for a city trip is October, May, April, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.

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Climate Heatmap

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City Trips conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Busan

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
46Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
34
February
45Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
44
March
53Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
88
April
82Excellent
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13°134
May
91Excellent
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
18°140
June
55Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly.
21°203
July
49Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 5Weather conditions can vary significantly.
25°266
August
43Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 5Weather conditions can vary significantly.
26°254
September
80Excellent
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
22°182
October
97Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
17°78
November
74Good
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
11°57
December
46Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
28

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Busan

When is the best time to visit Busan for city trips?

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The best time to visit Busan for city trips is typically in October, May, April, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Busan?

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Rainy season typically: June–September. It is generally better to avoid these months for city trips.

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