Cold air moving down from the north has led to significant drops in morning temperatures across South Korea, with strong winds predicted to further lower the perceived temperature.
On Saturday, the 7th, a surge of cold air from the north caused a substantial drop in morning temperatures throughout South Korea. According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, morning temperatures plummeted by approximately 5 to 10 degrees compared to the previous day, with central inland areas and parts of North Jeolla and South Gyeongsang provinces experiencing temperatures around -5 degrees Celsius. Major cities reported morning lows of -3 degrees in Seoul and Incheon, -5 in Chuncheon, and 0 degrees in Daegu, while other regions recorded varying low temperatures.
Today’s weather forecast indicates morning lows across the country ranging from -7 to 1 degree, and afternoon highs expected to be between 4 and 11 degrees, indicating a significant temperature gap throughout the day. The reported afternoon maximum temperature aligns with typical levels for this time of year, where usually, daytime temperatures range from 8 to 12 degrees. Cold weather is not uncommon, but the notable cold snap is drawing attention.
The wind conditions are expected to be severe, with strong wind warnings in effect for the eastern coastal areas of North Gyeongsang and parts of Jeju Island, where gusts may exceed 70 kilometers per hour until the 7th. Residents are advised to take precautionary measures concerning the safety of facilities and potential accidents due to the strong winds. However, air quality is projected to be generally good to moderate across the country, offering some relief amid the cold conditions.
