If you are heading out today (August 19), you will need to bring an umbrella.

Rain has been falling in the southern regions since the early morning.

Light rain of 5 to 40 mm is expected to continue in the Jeolla, Gyeongnam, and Jeju regions until this morning.

Meanwhile, showers are also forecasted nationwide today.

In particular, heavy showers of up to 60 mm could pour down, especially along the southern coast where the ground is already heavily weakened, so caution against safety accidents is required.

The intense heat has also reared its head once again.

With heatwave advisories issued for most parts of the country yesterday, it will remain sweltering today with temperatures in most regions rising to around 33°C (91°F).

Looking at current temperatures, Gangneung stands at 26.8°C (80°F) and Busan at 25.6°C (78°F), with tropical nights expected in various areas.

(Weathercaster Park Serim)