October 16 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Busan. With minimal rain risk (14%) and pleasant highs of 21°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Busan right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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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 October 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 21°C. 14% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Busan in October
Based on historical data for October 16, Busan typically experiences temperatures between 13.7°C and 21°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (14% 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
21°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
13.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
21.1°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
14%
Avg 0.5mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
40%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.8 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 79% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 44 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 66 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 110 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
15.3°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
✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in South Korea
Flight Traffic
High
85/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
2 vaccines • View Details →
Landing Slots
~142
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Busan
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:31
☀️ Noon
12:10
🌇 Sunset
17:49
⏱️ Daylight
11h 18m
Wind Speed
14.2 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.2 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 October 16 averages 21°C with a 14% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— 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 October 16?
Planning a trip to Busan on October 16? 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 21°C with a 14% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 142 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 23.2°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.71m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 25.8°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 9.6°C in 2018.