Most of South Korea to Experience Cooler Temperatures

By JEONG SE HEE Posted : October 2, 2026, 09:12 Updated : October 2, 2026, 09:12

On October 2, most regions of South Korea are expected to be cooler than average.


According to Yonhap News, the lowest temperature in Daegwallyeong, Gangwon Province, was recorded at -0.3 degrees Celsius this morning, which is 7.1 degrees lower than the average for this time of year.


In other areas, Cheorwon in Gangwon Province saw a low of 3.3 degrees, Paju in Gyeonggi Province recorded 4.5 degrees, and Chungju in North Chungcheong Province had a low of 5.7 degrees, with most regions experiencing significantly lower morning temperatures than usual.


The Korea Meteorological Administration attributed the drop in temperatures to a high-pressure system moving from northern China to the northeastern region, allowing cold and dry air to flow in from the northwest.


As of 8 a.m., temperatures in major cities were as follows: Busan at 19.4 degrees, Ulsan at 15.9 degrees, Gwangju at 15.2 degrees, Incheon at 14.7 degrees, Daegu at 14.4 degrees, Daejeon at 13.0 degrees, and Seoul at 12.6 degrees.


The expected high temperatures for the day are projected to remain between 20 and 24 degrees Celsius.


On Saturday, October 3, which is also the National Foundation Day, morning lows are expected to range from 5 to 16 degrees, with daytime highs between 21 and 24 degrees, similar to today's forecast. On October 4, morning temperatures will slightly increase to between 9 and 18 degrees, with highs ranging from 21 to 25 degrees.





* This article has been translated by AI.

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