Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Busan in October
Busan cools off: highs slip to 69°F (21°C), from 76°F in September, with lows of 66°F (19°C) and about 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain.
October opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 86/100 (the top score of the year).
- Avg high
- 69°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 66°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 3.2 in (81 mm)
- Humidity
- 71%
- Cloud cover
- 54%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 05 min
- Comfort score
- 86/100 · Great
What October feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 69°F (21°C), good for long walks.
Lows average 66°F (19°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.2 in (81 mm).
It's breezy, with average winds near 13 mph (5.6 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around October
October is one of Busan's best months on the climate data.
- The drier spell starts: rain falls to 3.2 in (81 mm) after 7.4 in (187 mm) in September.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: October & November.
- Comfort improves from 63/100 in September to 86/100.
- October sits inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov window our Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan route recommends.
What to pack for October
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 66°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Windproof shellaverage wind 13 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Busan in October
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Taejongdae
Forested headland with sea cliffs, a lighthouse and views toward Japan's Tsushima on clear days.
Why now October scores 86/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Haeundae Beach
Busan's best-known city beach, backed by towers and the Dongbaekseom island walk.
Why now Highs near 69°F and 3.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
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.
Gukje Market and BIFF Square
Sprawling postwar market next to a street of snack stalls selling ssiat hotteok.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in October
- Gyeongju in October~47 mi · highs 68°F, 2.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Seoul in October~202 mi · highs 65°F, 2.1 in rain · 2°C (4°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 October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Busan?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 86/100. Expect highs of 69°F (21°C) and 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain. October is inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov window our Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan route recommends.
How hot is Busan in October?
Average highs are 69°F (21°C) and average lows 66°F (19°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Busan in October?
Some: about 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 59.9 in (1521 mm).
What should I pack for Busan in October?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 66°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely), windproof shell (average wind 13 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in October
- Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov
Planning Busan in October?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.