Busan in February

In February, Busan averages 9°C (47°F) during the day and 0°C (31°F) at night, with only about 4 rainy days.

Shoulder

Conditions are cold — pack winter layers. Occasional showers are likely but won't dominate.

February in Busan is outside the typical sweet spot for sightseeing weather. It can still be a great time to visit if you have specific reasons (festivals, off-season pricing, etc.).

9°C
Avg high
0°C
Avg low
4
Rain days
46 mm
Rainfall

How February compares to the rest of the year in Busan

10th
warmest month of the 12
11th
wettest month of the 12
3%
of yearly rainfall falls in February
10 h 54 min
daylight on the 15th

February is one of the coolest months in Busan (10th of 12) and one of the driest months (11th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 10°C below the annual average (18°C). February runs 2°C warmer than January (7°C) and warms a further 5°C into March (13°C).

February sunrise & sunset in Busan

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
7:10 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
6:05 PM
Day length
10 h 54 min

Times shown for Busan local time (Asia/Seoul), calculated for the 15th of February. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Busan — February

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of February, in Busan's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
6:10 AM – 6:50 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
6:50 AM – 7:50 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
5:25 PM – 6:25 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
6:25 PM – 7:05 PM

📅 When to book — Busan in February

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on February's tier (Shoulder) and Busan's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.
⚠ Chinese New Year disrupts SE Asian flights and hotels for 2-3 weeks — book 5+ months ahead if traveling around the lunar New Year (late Jan to mid-Feb).

Crowds & pricing — February in Busan

Shoulder

Busan is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Why this tier: comfortable tourism weather

Sun & mosquito risk — February in Busan

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
7.6
High
Cover up and apply SPF 30+ for any outdoor activity longer than 30 minutes.
🦟 Mosquito risk
○○○○○
None
Mosquitoes are essentially absent — cold weather keeps populations dormant.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

🌬 Frosty nights — Busan in February

Snow days (typical)
0
days/month
Avg low
0°C
31°F
Avg day high
9°C
47°F

Gear: Cold nights, milder days. Light insulated jacket fine for daytime, real coat for after dark.

Busan in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 7°C / 44°F -2°C / 28°F 40 mm 4
February 9°C / 47°F 0°C / 31°F 46 mm 4
March 13°C / 56°F 4°C / 40°F 94 mm 8
April 17°C / 63°F 9°C / 48°F 126 mm 8
May 22°C / 72°F 14°C / 57°F 111 mm 9
June 25°C / 77°F 18°C / 65°F 182 mm 11
July 28°C / 82°F 23°C / 73°F 282 mm 16
August 29°C / 84°F 24°C / 74°F 247 mm 16
September 25°C / 77°F 19°C / 66°F 238 mm 13
October 20°C / 69°F 13°C / 55°F 72 mm 6
November 15°C / 59°F 6°C / 43°F 49 mm 5
December 8°C / 46°F -1°C / 30°F 38 mm 4

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Busan in February?

In February, Busan averages a high of 9°C (47°F) and a low of 0°C (31°F) — generally cool.

Does it rain a lot in Busan in February?

February is generally dry in Busan, with about 4 rainy days on average.

Is February a good time to visit Busan?

February is cool and mostly dry. It suits travelers who are comfortable with cool weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Busan in February?

Pack a warm jacket and layers. See the full February packing list for Busan for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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