Nationwide Heatwave Continues, Highs Near 30°C
Friday, the 12th, is forecast to bring widespread clear skies across the nation, with afternoon temperatures climbing to around 30 degrees Celsius, extending the early summer heatwave. Some areas in the inland and mountainous regions of Gangwon Province may experience scattered showers in the afternoon.
According to meteorological data, the lowest temperatures on the morning of the 12th are expected to range between 12 and 18 degrees Celsius, while the highest afternoon temperatures will be between 26 and 30 degrees Celsius. These figures are comparable to or slightly higher than the average for this period, which typically sees lows of 15-18 degrees and highs of 23-28 degrees.
Key City Temperature Forecasts
Specifically, inland central and southern regions are anticipated to reach daytime highs near 30 degrees Celsius, leading to warmer conditions. The projected highest temperatures for major cities include:
- Seoul: 28°C
- Chuncheon: 28°C
- Gangneung: 29°C
- Daejeon: 29°C
- Jeonju: 29°C
- Gwangju: 29°C
- Daegu: 30°C
- Busan: 27°C
- Jeju: 25°C
Potential for Afternoon Showers and Thunderstorms
Inland and mountainous areas of northern and central Gangwon Province could see showers of 5 to 10 millimeters between the afternoon and evening. These showers may be accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and hail, raising concerns for infrastructure management and traffic safety. Residents in these regions are advised to remain vigilant.
Morning low temperatures are predicted to be around 16°C in Seoul, 17°C in Incheon, 14°C in Chuncheon, 18°C in Gangneung, 15°C in Daejeon, 16°C in Gwangju, 16°C in Daegu, 17°C in Busan, and 18°C in Jeju.
Air Quality and Marine Conditions
Fine dust levels nationwide are expected to be at ‘good’ to ‘normal’ levels.
Wave heights along the coast are forecast to be between 0.5 and 1.0 meters for the East and South Seas, and around 0.5 meters for the West Sea. Further offshore, wave heights are projected to be 0.5 to 1.5 meters in the East and South Seas, and 0.5 to 1.0 meters in the West Sea.
