Through Monday, most regions across the country will experience midday temperatures hovering around 30 degrees Celsius.


On the 17th, with the daytime high temperature in Seoul rising to summer-like heat, a child is enjoying a cool moment at the fountain tunnel in Gwanghwamun Square, Seoul. Photo by Yonhap News.

On the 17th, with the daytime high temperature in Seoul rising to summer-like heat, a child is enjoying a cool moment at the fountain tunnel in Gwanghwamun Square, Seoul. Photo by Yonhap News.

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According to the Korea Meteorological Administration on the 17th, the southern part of North Gyeongsang Province is expected to see maximum apparent temperatures reach around 31 degrees Celsius, resulting in hot conditions. The elderly and those with health vulnerabilities should take extra care when engaging in outdoor activities.


Morning low temperatures will range from 12 to 20 degrees Celsius, while daytime highs will range from 24 to 34 degrees Celsius.


Expected morning lows by major city are as follows: Seoul 16 degrees, Incheon 15 degrees, Chuncheon 14 degrees, Gangneung 20 degrees, Daejeon 16 degrees, Daegu 18 degrees, Jeonju 15 degrees, Gwangju 15 degrees, Busan 18 degrees, and Jeju 17 degrees.


Daytime high temperatures are forecast to be: Seoul 30 degrees, Incheon 28 degrees, Chuncheon 32 degrees, Gangneung 31 degrees, Daejeon 30 degrees, Daegu 34 degrees, Jeonju 31 degrees, Gwangju 32 degrees, Busan 27 degrees, and Jeju 25 degrees Celsius.


Waves in coastal waters are expected to reach 0.5 to 1.0 meters in the East Sea, and 0.5 meters in both the West Sea and South Sea. In offshore areas (up to approximately 200 kilometers from the coastline), wave heights are forecast to be 0.5 to 1.5 meters in the East Sea and West Sea, and 0.5 to 1.0 meters in the South Sea.



Fine dust levels across all regions are expected to remain between 'moderate' and 'good.'


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