Early winter · Weather & things to do
Busan in December
Busan cools off: highs slip to 51°F (11°C), from 61°F in November, with lows of 45°F (7°C) and about 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain.
It scores 71/100 for comfort, 4th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 51°F (11°C)
- Avg low
- 45°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 1.6 in (41 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 52%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 38 min
- Comfort score
- 71/100 · Good
What December feels like
It's cool, with highs near 51°F (11°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 45°F (7°C).
Rain is moderate at about 1.6 in (41 mm) for the month.
It's breezy, with average winds near 15 mph (6.5 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around December
December is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (October & November).
- Shortest days of the year, about 9 h 38 min of daylight.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 5°C (10°F) from November.
- Comfort slips from 86/100 in November to 71/100.
- Our Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- Insulated jackethighs only 51°F
- Windproof shellaverage wind 15 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Busan in December
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
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.
Taejongdae
Forested headland with sea cliffs, a lighthouse and views toward Japan's Tsushima on clear days.
Why now December scores 71/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Gukje Market and BIFF Square
Sprawling postwar market next to a street of snack stalls selling ssiat hotteok.
Why now Highs near 51°F and 1.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Huinnyeoul Culture Village
White-walled cliffside village and coastal walk on Yeongdo island.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in December
- Gyeongju in December~47 mi · highs 44°F, 1.3 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Seoul in December~202 mi · highs 37°F, 0.9 in rain or snow · 8°C (15°F) cooler by day, drier
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 December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Busan?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 71/100 against a best of 86 in October & November. Expect highs of 51°F (11°C) and 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain. Our Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov, so December is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Busan in December?
Average highs are 51°F (11°C) and average lows 45°F (7°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Busan in December?
Not much: about 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 59.9 in (1521 mm).
What should I pack for Busan in December?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 51°F), windproof shell (average wind 15 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Busan in December?
Share this December plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.