April 17 is generally a great time to visit Busan. While there is a slight chance of rain (17%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 18°C weather. It's a lively time to explore Busan, with most attractions operating at full capacity.
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Essential Travel Info for Busan
Currency
KRW
₩ South Korean won
Language
Korean
Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.779
Busan Weather Forecast for April 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 18°C. 17% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Busan in April
Based on historical data for April 17, Busan typically experiences temperatures between 9.4°C and 18°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (17% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Busan
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
18°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
9.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
18°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
17%
Avg 1.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
55%
Overcast
Pressure
1014.1 hPa
Medium volatility
Busan Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 91% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 18 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 27 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 45 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12.4°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in South Korea
Flight Traffic
Busy
75/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
2 vaccines • View Details →
Landing Slots
~125
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Busan
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:50
☀️ Noon
12:24
🌇 Sunset
18:58
⏱️ Daylight
13h 7m
Wind Speed
18 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
70%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Busan
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
Typhoon Risk
Year-round risk present
Travel Alert: This region has elevated natural risks. We recommend registering with your embassy and keeping emergency numbers handy.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Busan on April 17 averages 18°C with a 17% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 93/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Busan Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Busan Worth Visiting on April 17?
Planning a trip to Busan on April 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 18°C with a 17% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 125 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 10 vaccinations are recommended for South Korea, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 14.6°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.64m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.5°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to 4.9°C in 2023.