Late summer · Weather & things to do
Busan in August
Busan's warmest month brings highs averaging 80°F (27°C), lows of 78°F (26°C) and about 8.8 in (224 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 54/100, 11th of 12.
- Avg high
- 80°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 78°F (26°C)
- Rain
- 8.8 in (224 mm)
- Humidity
- 86%
- Cloud cover
- 66%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 20 min
- Comfort score
- 54/100 · Fair
What August feels like
Days are warm, averaging 80°F (27°C).
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 78°F (26°C).
With 86% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Expect regular rain: about 8.8 in (224 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around August
August sits mid-table; the best months are October & November.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, July – September.
- Comfort improves from 46/100 in July to 54/100.
- Our Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 80°F
- Quick-dry fabrics86% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Busan in August
With 8.8 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Jagalchi Fish Market
Korea's largest seafood market; pick fish downstairs and have it served raw or grilled upstairs.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 8.8 in of rain.
Galmegi Brewing Gwangalli
Busan craft brewery taproom steps from Gwangalli Beach and its lit-up bridge.
Why now Easy to slot in when August's rain moves in.
Haedong Yonggungsa Temple
Buddhist temple perched on sea rocks on Busan's east coast.
Gamcheon Culture Village
Pastel houses stacked on a hillside, with murals and small art spaces.
Haeundae Beach
Busan's best-known city beach, backed by towers and the Dongbaekseom island walk.
Nearby in August
- Gyeongju in August~47 mi · highs 83°F, 7.6 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
- Seoul in August~202 mi · highs 83°F, 10.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Busan in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Busan?
It's middling, scoring 54/100. The best months are October & November, at up to 86. Expect highs of 80°F (27°C) and 8.8 in (224 mm) of rain. Our Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Busan in August?
Average highs are 80°F (27°C) and average lows 78°F (26°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Busan in August?
Yes: about 8.8 in (224 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 59.9 in (1521 mm).
What should I pack for Busan in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 80°F), quick-dry fabrics (86% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Busan in August?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.