December 31 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Busan. With minimal rain risk (5%) and pleasant highs of 7°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Busan is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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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 December 31
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 7°C. 5% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Busan in December
Based on historical data for December 31, Busan typically experiences temperatures between -0.9°C and 7°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (5% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Busan
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-0.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
3.8°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Snow Chance
5%
Avg 0mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~5% chance
Pressure
1023 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 97% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
-0.7°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
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
High
95/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
2 vaccines • View Details →
Landing Slots
~158
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Busan
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:33
☀️ Noon
12:27
🌇 Sunset
17:22
⏱️ Daylight
9h 49m
Wind Speed
18.3 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
58%
Comfortable
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Travel Health & Safety in Busan
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
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 December 31 averages 7°C with a 5% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 55/100."
— 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 December 31?
Planning a trip to Busan on December 31? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 7°C with a 5% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 158 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 13.1°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.4m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 31 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 9.3°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to -9.4°C in 2020.