What December feels like in Busan
For Busan, December is early winter on the calendar. Afternoons feel chilly — fine for exploring on foot if you are dressed for it. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights hover around freezing, so frost is common and the temperature hardly changes after dark. Moisture in the air gives the cold a damp edge.
Rain in Busan in December
Wet days are occasional rather than regular, about one day in 8. A rainy day brings about 8.2 mm (0.3 in) on average — steady rain rather than a passing shower. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 13.8 mm per rainy day. It is among the three driest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in December
On 15 December the sun rises at about 7:25 am and sets around 5:13 pm local time, giving 9 h 48 min of daylight. Evenings are drawing in — 32 min less daylight than mid-November. The sun is out for roughly 80% of those daylight hours, so skies are mostly clear.
How December compares to the rest of the year
In Busan's temperature order, December sits as the 2nd coolest month. Against November, the average high is 6.7°C (12.1°F) lower, with 17 mm less rain. January is cooler again. January averages a high of 6.5°C (43.7°F).
Who December suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — it is cold for long walks.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
Tips for visiting Busan in December
Warm Layers
Insulated layers and warm shoes for the cold hours.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Busan in December?
It feels chilly: typical highs are 8.1°C (46.6°F), with lows near 0.2°C (32.4°F).
Does it rain a lot in Busan in December?
Not especially. There are about 4 rainy days (33 mm), mostly moderate rain.
What should I wear in Busan in December?
Pack warm layers and sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is December or January better for visiting Busan?
December, narrowly: it ranks #8 of 12 among Busan's months, against #10 for the other. January is cooler.