Seoul vs Busan

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Seoul edges ahead as the better destination in March. Seoul offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 6 rain days, while Busan sees 9 sunshine hours and 8 rain days.

Seoul is on the cooler side at 10°C, requiring warmer clothing. Busan is cooler at 12°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Seoul is the stronger choice in March.

Seoul reaches an average high of 10°C (50°F) and drops to 0°C (32°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Busan averages 12°C (54°F) for the high and 5°C (41°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in March.

Seoul receives approximately 37 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during March. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Busan sees 80 mm over 8 rain days. That makes Seoul the drier option by 2 rain days and 43 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.