What July feels like in Busan
July is mid-summer in Busan. Warm daytime weather invites long lunches outside and evening strolls. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights stay warm and the temperature hardly changes after dark. High humidity makes the heat feel heavier and sticky, especially on still afternoons.
Rain in Busan in July
July is persistently wet here: some rain falls on about every other day. Rain tends to come in heavy bursts: about 16.4 mm (0.6 in) on an average rainy day. That is close to Busan's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 13.8 mm). July is Busan's wettest month of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in July
In mid-July, sunrise is at about 5:20 am and sunset at about 7:39 pm (local time) — 14 h 19 min of daylight. Evenings are drawing in — 11 min less daylight than mid-June. Measured sunshine covers about 60% of the daylight — there are plenty of bright spells.
How July compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, July comes out as the 2nd warmest month in Busan. Against June, the average high is 3.1°C (5.6°F) higher, with 99 mm more rain. The warm-up continues into August. By August, typical highs are 29°C (84.2°F).
Who July suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Busan in July
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Sunglasses
Plenty of sun, so bring sunglasses and a cap.
Quick questions
How warm is Busan in July?
Afternoons average 27.6°C (81.7°F) and nights about 22.6°C (72.7°F) — warm by most people's standards. It is the 2nd warmest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Busan in July?
Quite a lot — 262 mm spread over about 16 days.
What should I wear in Busan in July?
Pack rain protection and sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is July or August better for visiting Busan?
August scores better on our climate ranking (#9 of 12 vs #12), rated Good against Fair. August is warmer and has fewer rainy days.