'Severe Heat Wave Warning' Issued for Parts of Southern Regions... Showers Centered Around Central Regions

Following the end of the monsoon season last weekend, scorching heat continues day after day.

Many of you likely had sleepless nights amid the sweltering heat overnight.

Tropical night advisories remain in effect for most regions, with current temperatures hovering well above 25°C (77°F) in most areas, including 26.7°C (80°F) in Seoul, 29°C (84°F) in Gangneung, and 28.1°C (83°F) in Daegu.

Apparent temperatures are soaring close to 30°C (86°F).

Heat wave alerts have been issued across most regions, while a severe heat wave warning remains in effect for parts of eastern Jeollanam-do and the Gyeongsang provinces.

Looking at daytime temperatures today (the 28th), the heat will be extreme, particularly in the Gyeongsang region, with Daegu expected to skyrocket up to 38°C (100°F).

Seoul will reach 33°C (91°F), while Cheongju and Gwangju will hit 35°C (95°F), bringing heat levels similar to yesterday.

Meanwhile, intermittent showers bringing 5 to 40 mm of rain are expected in eastern Gyeonggi-do, Gangwon-do, Chungcheongbuk-do, and central-northern Gyeongsangbuk-do until this afternoon.

Some areas in the capital area and Chungcheongnam-do may see light raindrops this morning.

The rest of the southern regions will experience mostly clear skies.

As relentless day-and-night sweltering heat is set to continue for the time being, please take good care of your health to avoid exhaustion.

(Weather Forecaster Park Se-rim)
※ Please note: This article was translated by AI and may contain errors.