As unseasonably warm weather continues across the country, a significant drop in temperatures is expected starting midweek.
According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, the warm weather persisted on the 11th, with temperatures reaching uncharacteristic highs for mid-October. In Gyeongsan, North Gyeongsang Province, the temperature soared to 30.4 degrees Celsius, while Dobong District in Seoul recorded 30.3 degrees. Other areas, including Gwangyang in South Jeolla Province and Hwagae-myeon in Hadong County, also saw temperatures rise to 30.1 and 30.0 degrees, respectively.
The warm weather is expected to last until the 12th, with morning lows forecasted between 13 and 20 degrees Celsius and daytime highs ranging from 22 to 29 degrees. Major cities are expected to see highs of 26 degrees in Seoul and Incheon, 28 degrees in Daejeon, Gwangju, and Daegu, and 27 degrees in Busan.
However, from the afternoon to evening, scattered showers are anticipated in some inland areas of central regions, northeastern North Jeolla Province, and the mid-northern inland and northeastern mountainous regions, with expected precipitation of 5 to 10 millimeters.
On the 13th, rain is forecasted for most of the country, which will likely bring an end to the late summer heat. Morning lows are expected to be between 14 and 20 degrees, while daytime highs will range from 20 to 25 degrees. The rain is expected to taper off by the afternoon.
Expected rainfall amounts include 20 to 70 millimeters in Jeju, 5 to 50 millimeters in Gwangju and South Jeolla Province, and 5 to 40 millimeters in Busan, Ulsan, and South Gyeongsang Province. The Seoul metropolitan area, Gangwon Province, North Jeolla Province, Daegu, North Gyeongsang Province, and Ulleungdo and Dokdo are forecasted to receive 5 to 30 millimeters, while the Chungcheong region is expected to see 5 to 20 millimeters.
In areas experiencing rain, gusty winds and thunderstorms may occur. Strong winds, with gusts reaching around 55 kilometers per hour, are expected along the west coast and in Gangwon Province starting the night of the 13th.
The significant temperature drop is expected to begin on the morning of the 14th, with nationwide morning lows dropping to between 5 and 15 degrees, a decrease of 5 to 10 degrees from the previous day, leading to a chilly atmosphere.
Inland areas may experience chilly mornings and evenings, with daytime temperatures rising, resulting in a temperature difference of more than 10 degrees. Commuters are advised to prepare for the rapid temperature changes by bringing light outerwear.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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