Rain and Snow Across the Country on Thursday... Up to 15cm Heavy Snowfall Forecast for Gangwon Mountains

Rain or Snow Expected Across Most Regions from Late Afternoon
Temperature Differences Over 15 Degrees... Caution Advised for Icy Roads and Facility Damage

On Thursday, March 5, it is expected to become increasingly cloudy from late afternoon, with rain or snow forecast for most regions across the country.

The expected precipitation is estimated at 5 to 20 millimeters in Seoul, Incheon, Gyeonggi, Daejeon, Sejong, Chungnam, Chungbuk, Gwangju, Jeonnam, Jeonbuk, and along the southern coast and western inland areas of Gyeongnam.

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In particular, heavy snowfall has been forecast for the mountainous areas of Gangwon. The expected snow accumulation is 5 to 10 centimeters in the Gangwon mountains, and more than 15 centimeters in some locations. The central and northern inland areas of Gangwon are also projected to receive 3 to 8 centimeters of snow.

This spell of rain and snow is expected to subside for most of the central region between 9 a.m. and noon on March 6, and for most of the southern region between noon and 6 p.m. However, in some parts of Gangwon, rain or snow may continue until late at night.

In areas experiencing precipitation, visibility may be reduced and roads can become slippery, so special attention to traffic safety is required. In particular, as heavy snow is expected in Gangwon, it is also important to take precautions against potential damage to facilities such as livestock barns or greenhouses.

The morning low temperatures are forecast to range from minus 3 degrees Celsius to 6 degrees Celsius, with daytime highs between 11 and 16 degrees. The temperature gap between day and night could exceed 15 degrees, especially in inland regions, so extra care for health is needed.

Wave heights are expected to be 0.5 to 2.0 meters off the east coast, and 0.5 to 1.0 meters off the west and south coasts. In offshore areas, wave heights are forecast to reach 1.0 to 2.5 meters in the East Sea, and 0.5 to 1.5 meters in the West and South Seas.

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