20 to 80 mm of Rain Expected Over Two Days
Daytime Highs to Reach Up to 33 Degrees Celsius

Rain is forecasted for the Gwangju and Jeonnam regions for two days starting on August 6. After the rain stops, temperatures are expected to rise, and heat wave advisories are likely to be expanded.

On the 1st, as the nationwide heatwave continues along with the monsoon season, humid and hot weather persists, and an outdoor air conditioner unit is installed on a building near Namdaemun Market in Jung-gu, Seoul. Photo by Yoon Dongjoo

On the 1st, as the nationwide heatwave continues along with the monsoon season, humid and hot weather persists, and an outdoor air conditioner unit is installed on a building near Namdaemun Market in Jung-gu, Seoul. Photo by Yoon Dongjoo

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According to the Gwangju Regional Meteorological Administration, the area will be affected by a low-pressure system moving southeast from near the Bohai Bay in China from today until the day after tomorrow, and then gradually come under its influence less. The expected rainfall over the two days is 20 to 60 millimeters in Gwangju and Jeonnam, and more than 80 millimeters in eastern Jeonnam.

After the rain or showers, temperatures will rise, and heat wave advisories will be expanded. Morning lows will range from 24 to 26 degrees Celsius, and daytime highs will reach up to 33 degrees Celsius. Waves in the seas off the west and south coasts will be as high as 1.5 meters, and the concentration of ultrafine dust will remain at a 'good' level.

A representative from the Meteorological Administration stated, "Since a large amount of rain has already fallen, there is a high possibility that more rain or showers will occur. Visibility may suddenly decrease, and some roads may become slippery or flooded. Please pay attention to traffic safety and take precautions to prevent accidents."



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