South Korea Busan Weather in February — Climate Guide
February in Busan is moderate
February is moderate for Busan.
Cold but warming. Lunar New Year (Seollal) — businesses close 3-5 days mid-Feb. Avoid travel during.
Travel score
Busan February Weather Stats
Avg High
9°C
Avg Low
2°C
Rainy Days
6
45mm total
Sunshine
6h
Daily avg
Humidity
55%
moderate
UV Index
3
Moderate
Wind
9 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
12°C
no swimming
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
February Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
16 μg/m³
PM10
28 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
7°C
Nighttime
0°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
9 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for February
February Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Low-season prices
- Less crowded
- Indoor focus
- Dwaeji gukbap warming
Cons
- 2-9°C cool
- Lunar New Year closures (varies)
- Daylight 11h
February Events & Festivals
- Lunar New Year (late Jan-mid Feb varies)
Busan in February — Full Picture
Cold but warming. Lunar New Year (Seollal) — businesses close 3-5 days mid-Feb. Avoid travel during.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Still cold. Warm coat + sweater.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
16.7°C
9.7°C
8.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
27.3°C
21.3°C
11.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
21.3°C
13.7°C
7.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current9°C
2°C
5.3/mo
Busan Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8° | 1° | 5d·35mm | 6h | 50% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 9° | 2° | 6d·45mm | 6h | 55% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 12° | 5° | 8d·75mm | 7h | 60% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 17° | 10° | 8d·100mm | 8h | 65% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| 21° | 14° | 9d·110mm | 8h | 70% | 7 | Busy | Peak | |
| 24° | 18° | 11d·200mm | 6h | 80% | 8 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 28° | 22° | 13d·280mm | 5h | 80% | 9 | Busy | Peak | |
| 30° | 24° | 11d·200mm | 7h | 78% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 26° | 19° | 9d·150mm | 7h | 75% | 7 | Busy | Peak | |
| October (Best) | 22° | 14° | 7d·80mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| 16° | 8° | 6d·60mm | 6h | 60% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 10° | 3° | 5d·40mm | 6h | 55% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is February a good time to visit Busan?
Busan in February is moderate. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Busan in February?
Busan February averages a high of 9°C and a low of 2°C.
Does it rain much in Busan in February?
Busan February averages 45mm of rainfall over about 6 rainy days.
What should I wear in Busan in February?
Still cold. Warm coat + sweater.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Busan in February?
Busan February sunrise is 07:00 and sunset is 17:45, with 10h 45min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Busan in February?
Busan February air quality (AQI) averages 45, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 16μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Busan in February?
In February, Busan is great for Indoor Gamcheon + Jagalchi, Haedong Yonggungsa sunrise (chilly), Spa Land.
Is February peak season in Busan?
Busan February crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.