Monthly climate guide
Busan weather in January
January in Busan is typically cold, with average daytime highs around 6°C (42°F) and night-time lows near -1°C (30°F). The month usually brings about 31 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than December and 2°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- Busan is usually about 3°C warmer than Daegu, 90 km away, in January.
- It's one of the drier months, with about 75% less rain than Busan's average.
- Pack for frost — nights average -1°C in January.
- It's one of the sunniest months here, with cloud cover around 55%.
January is typically Busan's coolest month.It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
6°C
42°F
Avg low
-1°C
30°F
Rainfall
31 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
76%
relative
Sky
55%
cloud · often cloudy
Busan weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C / 42°F | -1°C / 30°F | 31 mm | 76% | 55% |
| February | 8°C / 46°F | 1°C / 33°F | 49 mm | 72% | 63% |
| March | 12°C / 54°F | 4°C / 39°F | 84 mm | 73% | 54% |
| April | 16°C / 61°F | 9°C / 47°F | 141 mm | 75% | 58% |
| May | 21°C / 70°F | 13°C / 56°F | 113 mm | 78% | 59% |
| June | 24°C / 75°F | 18°C / 64°F | 164 mm | 83% | 74% |
| July | 27°C / 80°F | 22°C / 72°F | 254 mm | 88% | 73% |
| August | 29°C / 83°F | 24°C / 75°F | 228 mm | 84% | 66% |
| September | 25°C / 76°F | 19°C / 67°F | 197 mm | 81% | 67% |
| October | 20°C / 68°F | 13°C / 56°F | 100 mm | 76% | 55% |
| November | 15°C / 58°F | 7°C / 45°F | 60 mm | 75% | 55% |
| December | 8°C / 46°F | 1°C / 33°F | 39 mm | 77% | 55% |
What to pack for January
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
Is January a good time to visit Busan?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Busan →Other South Korea cities in January
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Busan in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Busan?
January is cool in Busan, with highs around 6°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Busan in January?
Average highs are about 6°C (42°F) and average lows about -1°C (30°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Busan in January?
Busan typically gets around 31 mm of rain in January — fairly dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Busan (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.