Yangsan Hits Record High of 41.4°C (106.5°F)… Highest Temperature Ever Recorded in South Korea

On July 31, the last day of July, the eastern regions continued their streak of record-breaking heatwaves.

The daytime temperature in Yangsan, South Gyeongsang Province, soared to 41.4°C (106.5°F) today, marking the highest temperature ever recorded since modern meteorological observations began in South Korea.

While skies over the central regions were somewhat cloudy today, the southern regions experienced continuous clear weather. In particular, westerly winds further heated the air over South Gyeongsang Province.

Extreme heat is expected to continue tomorrow, centered around the South Gyeongsang region.

Yangsan is expected to exceed 40°C (104°F) throughout the weekend, and Seoul will also climb to around 35°C (95°F).

The pattern of the heat will change somewhat entering next week.

As wind directions shift from westerly to easterly, daytime temperatures in Seoul will rise to 37°C (98.6°F), intensifying the heat. Meanwhile, while Yangsan will remain sweltering, it will get a brief respite from the extreme heat hovering around 40°C (104°F).

Tropical night advisories remain in effect for most areas, including Seoul.

Meanwhile, the highest tier of heatwave warnings, the severe heatwave warning, has been expanded to cover the western parts of South Gyeongsang Province, including Ulsan.

Tropical nights are expected to persist tonight in most regions, including Seoul. Looking at tomorrow's daytime temperatures, Seoul will reach 34°C (93.2°F), Gangneung 37°C (98.6°F), and Busan 39°C (102.2°F), leaving the entire country stiflingly hot.

Next week, the intensity of heatwaves and tropical nights in Seoul is expected to grow even stronger.

As we enter the peak of the hot season, extra caution is required for health management.

(Weathercaster Nam Yu-jin)
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