Weather Forecast: Afternoon Showers Expected as Early Summer Heat Eases

By Inhyeok Choe Posted : June 8, 2026, 17:39 Updated : June 8, 2026, 17:39
A fountain operates in Yeouido Park, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, on a hot day.
On June 9, some eastern regions are expected to experience afternoon showers, temporarily easing the early summer heat.

According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, showers are likely in southern inland areas of Gangwon and northeastern regions of North Gyeongsang Province.

The expected rainfall is around 5mm, which is not significant; however, areas experiencing showers may face gusty winds, thunder, and lightning, necessitating caution against safety hazards. Additionally, hail may fall in some areas, requiring careful management of facilities.

This rain is anticipated to alleviate the early heat. Morning low temperatures are forecasted to range from 11 to 18 degrees Celsius, while afternoon highs are expected to be between 21 and 29 degrees.

Key morning low temperatures in major cities include: △Seoul 16 degrees △Incheon 16 degrees △Suwon 15 degrees △Chuncheon 13 degrees △Gangneung 14 degrees △Cheongju 15 degrees △Daejeon 14 degrees △Jeonju 14 degrees △Gwangju 15 degrees △Daegu 15 degrees △Busan 18 degrees △Jeju 16 degrees.

Afternoon high temperatures are predicted to be: △Seoul 27 degrees △Incheon 26 degrees △Suwon 27 degrees △Chuncheon 27 degrees △Gangneung 24 degrees △Cheongju 28 degrees △Daejeon 28 degrees △Jeonju 28 degrees △Gwangju 29 degrees △Daegu 29 degrees △Busan 24 degrees △Jeju 24 degrees.

Meanwhile, due to favorable atmospheric dispersion, fine dust levels are expected to remain at 'good' or 'moderate' levels across all regions, indicating clean air conditions.



* This article has been translated by AI.

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