Late spring · Weather & things to do
Busan in May
Busan warms up: highs climb to 64°F (18°C), from 59°F in April, with lows of 61°F (16°C) and about 5.8 in (148 mm) of rain.
It scores 76/100 for comfort, 3rd of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 64°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 61°F (16°C)
- Rain
- 5.8 in (148 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 51 min
- Comfort score
- 76/100 · Great
What May feels like
Days are mild at around 64°F (18°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 61°F (16°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.8 in (148 mm) across the month.
Plan around May
May is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (October & November).
- Comfort improves from 70/100 in April to 76/100.
- May sits inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov window our Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan route recommends.
What to pack for May
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 61°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes5.8 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Busan in May
May is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Gukje Market and BIFF Square
Sprawling postwar market next to a street of snack stalls selling ssiat hotteok.
Why now May scores 76/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Seomyeon Dwaeji Gukbap Alley
Cluster of restaurants serving Busan's pork-and-rice soup, open late.
Why now Highs near 64°F and 5.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Taejongdae
Forested headland with sea cliffs, a lighthouse and views toward Japan's Tsushima on clear days.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Haeundae Beach
Busan's best-known city beach, backed by towers and the Dongbaekseom island walk.
Huinnyeoul Culture Village
White-walled cliffside village and coastal walk on Yeongdo island.
Nearby in May
- Gyeongju in May~47 mi · highs 71°F, 3.7 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, drier
- Seoul in May~202 mi · highs 70°F, 3.3 in rain · 4°C (6°F) warmer 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 May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Busan?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 76/100 against a best of 86 in October & November. Expect highs of 64°F (18°C) and 5.8 in (148 mm) of rain. May is inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov window our Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan route recommends.
How cold is Busan in May?
Average highs are 64°F (18°C) and average lows 61°F (16°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Busan in May?
Yes: about 5.8 in (148 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 59.9 in (1521 mm).
What should I pack for Busan in May?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 61°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (5.8 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in May
- Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov
Planning Busan in May?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.