On Saturday, heavy rain accompanied by strong winds is expected across the country. Due to the advancing monsoon front, strong rain clouds are developing, which will bring significant rainfall to most areas nationwide.
According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, as of 7 a.m., heavy rain warnings have been issued for the capital region, Gangwon Province, and South Chungcheong Province. Areas in southern Gyeonggi, the capital region, central and southern inland and mountainous areas of Gangwon, northern South Chungcheong, and central and northern North Chungcheong are forecasted to receive between 50 to 80 mm of rain per hour from late night to morning.
In the capital region, including Seoul, Incheon, and Gyeonggi Province, rainfall is expected to reach between 80 to 150 mm, with some areas potentially exceeding 200 mm. Gangwon Province is forecasted to receive 100 to 150 mm, while inland and mountainous areas of Gangwon may see over 250 mm of rain.
In the Chungcheong region, Daejeon, Sejong, South Chungcheong, and North Chungcheong are expected to receive 50 to 100 mm, with northern Sejong and northern North Chungcheong likely to exceed 200 mm. Southern Daejeon, southern South Chungcheong, and southern North Chungcheong are forecasted to receive over 150 mm.
In North Jeolla Province, rainfall is expected to be between 30 to 100 mm (with over 120 mm in some areas along the western coast), while Gwangju and South Jeolla are forecasted to receive 30 to 80 mm. In North Gyeongsang Province, rainfall is expected to be between 50 to 100 mm (with over 150 mm in some northern areas), while Daegu, southern Gyeongsang, Busan, Ulsan, and South Gyeongsang are expected to receive 30 to 100 mm, 20 to 60 mm, and Jeju is forecasted to receive 5 to 30 mm.
In areas experiencing rain, strong winds and thunderstorms may occur, raising concerns about flooding, landslides, and river overflow due to the heavy downpours.
Daytime temperatures are expected to range from 24 to 31 degrees Celsius. Heat advisories are in effect for South Jeolla and Jeju, with the perceived temperature in most regions expected to rise around 31 degrees Celsius, making it feel hot.
The highest daytime temperatures are forecasted to be 27 degrees in Seoul, 28 degrees in Incheon, 26 degrees in Chuncheon, 24 degrees in Gangneung, 28 degrees in Daejeon, 30 degrees in Daegu, 30 degrees in Jeonju, 31 degrees in Gwangju, 29 degrees in Busan, and 31 degrees in Jeju.
Fine dust levels are expected to be 'good to moderate' across all regions due to favorable atmospheric dispersion.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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