[Tomorrow's Weather] Heavy Rain in Gwangju and Jeonnam... Up to 80mm Downpour on Southern Coast

Heavy Rain and Gusty Winds in Goheung, Yeosu, and Gwangyang Under Heavy Rain Advisories
Gusts, Thunder, and Lightning Expected Near Jirisan and Other Areas
Tomorrow's Daytime Highs to Range from 19 to 24 Degrees Celsius, Lower Than Seasonal Average

Heavy rain accompanied by gusts of wind, thunder, and lightning is expected to continue in the Gwangju and Jeonnam regions until May 21. In particular, strong and intense rainfall is forecasted to be concentrated around the southern coast of Jeonnam and the areas near Jirisan, where heavy rain advisories have already been issued.

According to the Gwangju Regional Meteorological Administration on May 20, rain is expected to persist in the Gwangju and Jeonnam areas until the afternoon of May 21. As of 4 p.m. on May 20, heavy rain advisories are in effect for Goheung, Yeosu, and Gwangyang, while a preliminary heavy rain advisory has been issued for Gurye starting the afternoon of May 21.

On the 21st, the Gwangju and Jeonnam regions are forecasted to experience heavy rain accompanied by gusts of wind and thunder and lightning. The photo shows citizens walking with umbrellas near Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on the 20th. Photo by Yonhap News

The Korea Meteorological Administration forecasts that the expected precipitation will be 30 to 80 millimeters for the southern coast of Jeonnam and the areas near Jirisan, and 10 to 50 millimeters for Gwangju and the rest of Jeonnam, excluding the southern coast and Jirisan areas.

Gusts of wind, thunder, and lightning are also expected in areas experiencing rainfall. Across Gwangju and Jeonnam, some locations may experience strong winds with instantaneous speeds of around 15 meters per second until the morning of May 21.

Due to the impact of the rain, daytime temperatures tomorrow will be slightly lower than average, causing a temporary break in the heat. The lowest temperatures on the morning of May 21 are expected to range from 16 to 19 degrees Celsius, which is higher than the seasonal average, while daytime highs will range from 19 to 24 degrees Celsius. From May 22 onward, temperatures are expected to return to or slightly exceed the seasonal average.

Marine conditions are expected to remain unfavorable for the time being. A high seas advisory is in effect for the southern part of the West Sea, while strong wind advisories are in place for Heuksando and Hongdo, with very strong winds and high waves expected until tomorrow. Additionally, preliminary high seas advisories for the entire southwestern coast and preliminary strong wind advisories for Geomundo and Chodo are forecasted for tomorrow morning and afternoon, requiring special caution for ships navigating or operating in these waters.

An official from the Gwangju Regional Meteorological Administration stated, "Visibility will be short and many roads will be extremely slippery, especially around the southern coast and the areas near Jirisan," adding, "Be thoroughly prepared to prevent damages such as retaining wall collapses or flooding in low-lying areas."

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