Month guide · Busan · South Korea
Busan in July
What July is really like in Busan: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
July is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 28°C (82°F), lows of 23°C (73°F), about 13 rainy days and roughly 14.3 hours of daylight. Hot, humid and rainy in the first half; beaches are packed once the rainy season ends.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 28°C (82°F) / 23°C (73°F)
- Rainy days
- About 13
- Daylight
- About 14.3 hours
- Sea temperature
- 23°C (73°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in July
July is the 2nd-warmest month in Busan: days average 28°C (82°F) against a yearly average high of 20°C (68°F), and nights fall to about 23°C (73°F). Rain falls on roughly 13 of its 31 days. Compared with June (25°C (77°F)), July is warmer; by August highs climb to around 30°C (86°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 05:21
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 19:39
- Daylight
- About 14.3 hours
- Sea
- 23°C (73°F)
Summer (June–August). Beach season with packed sands at Haeundae and Gwangalli, humid heat, a rainy season from late June and possible typhoons.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, July rates 5 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in July). Book accommodation early: July is one of the pricier months.
Events in July
- Peak beach season (mid-July to August)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in July
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Market · Nampo-dong and Jagalchi
Gukje Market and BIFF Square
Find the food alleys inside Gukje Market for bibim dangmyeon and fish-cake snacks at low prices.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Shopping
- Food
- Free
Beach · Songdo
Songdo Beach and Busan Air Cruise
Korea's first public beach, opened in 1913, is a calmer alternative to Haeundae.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Views
- Couples
- Outdoors
Viewpoint · Nam-gu
Oryukdo Skywalk and Igidae Coastal Walk
Start at the skywalk and walk the trail towards Gwangalli so you finish at the beach for dinner.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Views
- Free
- Active
- Outdoors
- Nature
Neighbourhood · Yeongdo
Huinnyeoul Culture Village
A cliff-edge village of white-painted houses on Yeongdo, settled by refugees during the Korean War.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Off the beaten path
- Photo spot
- Views
The sea averages 23°C (73°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Busan.
What to pack
For highs near 28°C, lows near 23°C and 13 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is July a good time to visit Busan?
A quieter month with trade-offs, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, April–May and September–November are better overall. Compare every month.
Busan in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is July a good time to visit Busan?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Hot, humid and rainy in the first half; beaches are packed once the rainy season ends.
+How warm is Busan in July?
Average highs are around 28°C (82°F) and lows around 23°C (73°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Busan in July?
Expect rain on about 13 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.