🇨🇳 Beijing vs Busan 🇰🇷

Beijing, China vs Busan, South Korea — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Both cities run similar average temperatures year-round. Beijing is drier, with roughly 39 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇨🇳 Beijing🇰🇷 Busan
Avg annual high18°C18°C
Hottest monthJuly (31°C)August (29°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-9°C low)January (-2°C low)
Rainy days / year65104
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Best months to visitApril, September, OctoberMay, June, October

🇨🇳 Beijing

Best around April, September, October. Hottest in July (31°C), coldest lows in January (-9°C).

🇰🇷 Busan

Best around May, June, October. Hottest in August (29°C), coldest lows in January (-2°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Beijing or Busan warmer?

Beijing and Busan have very similar average temperatures.

Which is rainier, Beijing or Busan?

Busan is rainier — Beijing sees about 39 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Beijing vs Busan?

Beijing is best around April, September, October; Busan is best around May, June, October.

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