Sweltering Heat Persists on Jungbok, Gyeongju Hits 38°C; Late Monsoon Rain in Seoul Metro Area

Today (July 25), which is the weekend and Jungbok—the second of the three peak summer days known as Sambok—will be just as sweltering as yesterday.

Seoul's daytime high is expected to reach 32°C (90°F).

With a severe heatwave warning currently in effect, daytime temperatures in Gyeongju are expected to soar up to 38°C (100°F), continuing extreme heat across the Yeongnam region.

You should avoid outdoor activities and take special care of your health.

Late monsoon rain is also expected to continue.

Rainfall of 5 to 60 mm is forecasted for the Seoul metropolitan area and Gangwon Province, while showers will pass through Chungcheong Province, Jeonbuk, western inland Gyeongbuk, and Jeju Island.

However, much like yesterday, there will be many times today when the rain lets up.

Ultraviolet radiation will be very strong across the country today, excluding the Seoul metropolitan area.

It is advisable to bring a parasol or a hat when heading out.

Current temperatures include 26.8°C (80°F) in Seoul, with tropical nights occurring as morning lows failed to drop below 25°C (77°F) overnight in various places.

Looking closely at daytime highs, temperatures will soar to 32°C (90°F) in Seoul and Chuncheon, 37°C (99°F) in Daegu, and 35°C (95°F) in Gwangju.

Monsoon rain in the Seoul metropolitan area and Gangwon Province will continue intermittently until coming Monday.

[Weathercaster Lim Eun-jin]
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