Sweltering heat day and night, heat relief next week

August started off under sweltering heat, but there is some welcome news.

Rain early next week will bring a slight break from the ongoing heatwave, especially to the western regions.

But that means another steamy weekend.

This morning, Seoul once again broke the record for the most tropical nights in the month of July, 23 sweaty nights.

Meanwhile, some parts of Gangwon-do Province have seen those warnings downgraded or even lifted, including Taebaek.

The rest of the country will sleep in the heat again.

Seoul begins the day at 27 degrees, Gyeongju and Chuncheon at 24 degrees.

By the afternoon, Seoul will get up to 35 degrees, Jeju will see a high of 34 degrees, along with very strong UV levels.

There could be some scattered showers in parts of Gyeonggi-do and Gangwon-do provinces on Saturday.

Until that rain relief comes, take care in this extreme heat!

That's Korea for you, here's a look at the international weather conditions.