May weather forecast
Busan, South Korea

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The Haedong Yonggungsa Temple set on a beautiful hillside in Busan, South Korea
The Haedong Yonggungsa Temple set on a beautiful hillside in Busan, South Korea

Weather in May

In May, Busan ushers in the pre-summer season, with temperatures soaring as high as 19.8°C (67.6°F). Signifying the end of spring, the city experiences gradually increasing humidity levels. Longer hours of daylight provide an extended period to undertake outdoor activities. The rainfall levels increase slightly, preparing the city for the wet summer season. A significant rise in sea temperature, to 16.8°C (62.2°F), supports activities such as fishing and boat rides along the Busan coastline.

Temperature

The onset of May in Busan introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from a refreshing 15.4°C (59.7°F) in April to a comfortable 19.8°C (67.6°F). May nights experience a minor temperature downturn to a mild 15.2°C (59.4°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Busan, in May, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 37mm (1.46") of accumulated precipitation. In Busan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98 days and collects up to 496mm (19.53") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through October and December are months without snowfall in Busan.

Sea temperature

In Busan, the average seawater temperature in May is 16.8°C (62.2°F).
Note: Swimming in 16.8°C (62.2°F) is not a pleasurable activity for the majority of people. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Busan, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 19:09. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 19:32 KST.

Sunshine

In Busan, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Busan, South Korea, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Busan in May?

Busan in May has an average high-temperature of 19.8°C (67.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 15.2°C (59.4°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Busan?

In Busan, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How much does it rain in Busan in May?

In Busan, South Korea, during May, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Busan?

January through October and December are months without snowfall in Busan, South Korea.

What is the sea temperature in May in Busan?

In May, the average sea temperature is 16.8°C (62.2°F). For most, swimming in 16.8°C (62.2°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

What is the average length of the day in May in Busan?

In May, the average day length in Busan is 14h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Busan?

On the first day of May in Busan, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 19:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 19:32 KST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Busan?

In Busan, South Korea, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in Busan?

In Busan, South Korea, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Busan, South Korea

Average temperature in May - Busan, South Korea
  • Average high temperature in May: 19.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 15.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.2°C).

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Average pressure in May
Busan, South Korea

Average pressure in May - Busan, South Korea
  • Average pressure in May: 1011.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1023.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Busan, South Korea

Average wind speed in May - Busan, South Korea
  • Average wind speed in May: 14.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (19.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (13.6km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Busan, South Korea

Average humidity in May - Busan, South Korea
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (60%).

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Average rainfall in May
Busan, South Korea

Average rainfall in May - Busan, South Korea
  • Average rainfall in May: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (12mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Busan, South Korea

Average rainfall days in May - Busan, South Korea
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Busan, South Korea

Average snowfall in May - Busan, South Korea
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Busan, South Korea

Average snowfall days in May - Busan, South Korea
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Busan, South Korea

Average sea temperature in May - Busan, South Korea
  • Average sea temperature in May: 16.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (13.3°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Busan, South Korea

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Busan, South Korea
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and November (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Busan, South Korea

Average sunshine days in May - Busan, South Korea
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Busan, South Korea

Average UV index in May - Busan, South Korea
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Busan, South Korea

Average cloud cover in May - Busan, South Korea
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in May
Busan, South Korea

Average visibility in May - Busan, South Korea
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (9km).

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