[Weather] Strong Cold Until 'Daehan' Morning Today... Above Freezing from Afternoon

On the 18th, when a heavy snow warning was issued across the country, citizens were moving while being covered in snow at Seoul Station.

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Bong-ju] On Wednesday the 20th, which is Daehan (Great Cold) according to the solar terms, daytime temperatures nationwide are expected to recover to above freezing.

The Korea Meteorological Administration forecasted, "On this day, the morning low temperatures will rise by about 3 to 5 degrees compared to the previous day, and the daytime high temperatures will also increase significantly by about 5 to 8 degrees."

With the entire country entering above-freezing temperatures, this cold spell is expected to ease.

The morning low temperatures on this day are expected to be △Seoul -8°C △Chuncheon -12°C △Gangneung -4°C △Daejeon -9°C △Cheongju -10°C △Daegu -7°C △Gwangju -4°C △Jeonju -6°C △Busan -2°C △Jeju 4°C.

The daytime high temperatures will be △Seoul 5°C △Chuncheon 6°C △Gangneung 10°C △Daejeon 8°C △Cheongju 7°C △Daegu 9°C △Gwangju 10°C △Jeonju 9°C △Busan 10°C △Jeju 13°C.

Additionally, fine dust levels are expected to be at a 'normal' level due to smooth atmospheric dispersion.

The Korea Meteorological Administration advised, "In areas where snow has recently fallen, accumulated snow may freeze, creating icy roads. Especially on side streets, sloped roads, shaded roads, and sidewalks, conditions will be very slippery, making passage difficult. Please exercise special caution for traffic safety and pedestrian safety."

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