Strong Winds Nationwide Until the 25th... Cold Eases but Fine Dust Temporarily Worsens

On the 22nd, strong winds accompanied by a cold snap are blowing near the Gwanghwamun intersection in Jongno-gu, Seoul. Photo by Jinhyung Kang aymsdream@

[Asia Economy Reporter Yoo Byung-don] Due to the 'high pressure in the south and low pressure in the north' pattern, strong winds are expected nationwide until Saturday, the 25th.

According to the Korea Meteorological Administration on the 24th, a large pressure difference will develop between a low-pressure system moving from the northern Korean Peninsula toward the East Sea and a high-pressure system moving eastward from the southern sea near Jeju Island, resulting in strong winds from the night of the 24th through the 25th.

In particular, strong winds reaching speeds of 35 to 60 km/h (10 to 16 m/s) are expected in Gangwon Yeongdong from the night of the 24th until the morning of the 25th, and along the Gyeongsang East Coast from early morning until around 3 p.m. on the 25th.

When wind speeds exceed 39 km/h, it becomes difficult to use umbrellas, and walking becomes challenging when speeds surpass 50 km/h.

The current strong wind advisory issued for the Gangwon mountain area will be upgraded to a strong wind warning at 9 p.m. on the 24th, and strong wind advisories will be issued for coastal areas in Incheon, Gyeonggi, Chungnam, and Gyeongbuk regions during the evening and night of the same day.

There is also a possibility that the strong wind advisory will be expanded further, especially in coastal and mountainous areas.

On the 25th, the country will experience occasional cloudiness as it lies on the edge of the high-pressure system moving eastward from the distant southern sea near Jeju Island.

Westerly winds will blow, leading to a slight easing of the cold.

The expected morning low temperatures range from 3 to 14 degrees Celsius, and daytime highs will be between 16 and 26 degrees Celsius.

Given the expected strong winds, outdoor COVID-19 screening clinics should pay close attention to the management of tents, signboards, and other facilities.

Ships engaged in navigation and fishing should prepare for rough seas, and air travelers are advised to check flight information in advance.

With the atmosphere remaining dry, special care should be taken to prevent various types of fires.

On Sunday, the 26th, winds will subside.

There will be occasional clouds nationwide, and there is a possibility of rain in the early morning along the Gangwon East Coast.

Morning low temperatures will range from 1 to 9 degrees Celsius, with daytime highs between 14 and 20 degrees Celsius.

Meanwhile, the fine dust level forecast for the 25th and 26th is 'Moderate' nationwide.

However, even if the daily average fine dust level is 'Moderate,' there may be periods on the 25th when high concentrations of fine dust prevail.

According to the National Institute of Environmental Research's Integrated Air Quality Forecast Center, yellow dust originating from northern China will be transported in, causing fine dust (PM-10) concentrations to rise nationwide after 3 p.m. on the 25th, temporarily raising the fine dust level to 'Unhealthy.'

In addition to yellow dust, ultrafine dust (PM-2.5) from abroad will also be transported in.

Therefore, on the early afternoon of the 25th (noon to 3 p.m.), fine dust levels will be 'Unhealthy' in southern Gyeonggi, Chungnam, and Jeonbuk, and at night, the levels will be 'Unhealthy' in Gwangju, Jeonnam, and Jeju areas.

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