Average Monthly Sunshine in Busan

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Busan receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Busan vary. From a high of 227 hours in May, to a low of 172 hours in September, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2340 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. May sees up to 7.6 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. September, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.7 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Busan’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Busan enjoys an average of 2340 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average sunshine is 1780 hours, with cloudier weather in summer.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Other climate information

July, Busan’s wettest month, receives 204 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 11°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Busan Precipitation page.