South Korea Forecast: Clear Skies Nationwide, Highs Up to 27C

Saturday will be sunny nationwide, with daytime highs rising to as much as 27 degrees Celsius.

The Korea Meteorological Administration said daytime temperatures will range from 20 to 27C, higher than usual. In inland areas, the day-to-night temperature gap will be around 20 degrees, and people should take care with their health.

Dry weather advisories are in effect for the central region, North Gyeongsang Province and parts of North Jeolla Province, and the advisories could expand to other areas. Authorities urged caution to prevent fires.

Fine dust levels are expected to be "good" to "moderate" nationwide due to smooth atmospheric circulation.

Waves are forecast at 0.5 to 1.5 meters in the East and South seas and about 0.5 meters in the West Sea. In offshore waters (within about 200 kilometers of the coastline), wave heights are expected at 0.5 to 2.0 meters in the East and South seas and 0.5 to 1.0 meters in the West Sea.