Although the sun has set, the heat of the heat wave is not subsiding.
Following today (July 26), tropical nights are expected tomorrow as well.
With heat wave advisories issued for most parts of the country, tomorrow's lowest temperature in Seoul is forecast at 26°C (79°F), marking the fourth consecutive day of tropical nights.
The scorching heat runs rampant during the day.
Heavy heat wave warnings have been issued for the Yeongnam region.
Tomorrow, apparent temperatures are expected to soar up to 37°C (99°F) mainly in these regions.
For the time being, as the North Pacific high pressure maintains its strength, the relentless heat day and night will continue.
Based on Seoul, daytime highs of 33°C (91°F) or higher will continue for the time being.
Forecasts call for showers tomorrow, centered around the Seoul capital area and Gangwon region.
After the showers stop, humidity will rise, making it muggy and oppressive.
As the North Pacific high pressure expands, South Korea's monsoon season has effectively ended, and no clear rain forecasts are in sight for the time being.
(On-site production: Seo Jin-ho)
Ahn Su-jin, Weather Forecaster
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