[2] Gimhae is also the birthplace of the late Roh Moo-hyun, former president of South Korea.

Gimhae has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen: Cwa, bordering on Cfa) with very warm summers and cold winters.

Due to the influence of its coastal climate, Gimhae is the mildest region in Korea.

The Busan–Gimhae Light Rail Transit, which opened in September 2011, connects the city to Busan via the airport.

Gimhae farming center exploited to develop independent Korean roses called Spray.