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[Weather] Ultra-fine dust will continue tomorrow with ultra-fine dust advisories

2025/01/22 17:00

There is ultra-fine dust over the capital for a third day in a row. The sky is covered with gray dust as if it was trapped in a gray curtain. Here in Seoul, ultra-fine dust advisories have been issued, with "bad" levels of ultra-fine dust. As more fine dust from overseas gradually flows in, the air quality is expected to worsen. Preliminary measures to reduce the high concentration of fine dust were expanded to other central and western parts of the country including Gwangju and Jeollabuk-do Province. Is is highly likely that fine dust will continue until the weekend in these milder weather conditions. Tomorrow morning, Seoul and Gyeongju will start off at minus 2 degrees Celsius, Busan at 4 degrees. Daily highs will move up to 7 degrees in Seoul and Chuncheon. Gwangju and Daegu will reach 12 degrees. It is expected to rain or snow between Friday night and Saturday on the east coast. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

[Weather] Korea engulfed by nasty air, warmer than usual

2025/01/22 10:00

Korea is engulfed by dusty air with an ultra fine dust advisory issued in many regions. The concentration of fine dust is 3 to 4 times higher than normal levels. Other than in the east of Gangwon-do Province and on Jeju, we need to keep dust filtered mask on all day. Making matters worse, more dust will blow in this morning. AND The capital and west coast had a rough commute with thick morning fog. The east coast remains quite dry with a dry weather advisory being in place for more than a month. Strong wind will be no help. Be careful with anything that could start a fire. Afternoon highs will be 4 to 5 degrees higher than norms, topping out at 7 degrees in the capital, Daegu and Busan at 12 degrees under partly sunny skies. Unusual warmth will keep dust in the air through the end of the week, then the Seollal holiday next week will be a freezing one with much improved air. That's Korea for you, here's a look at the international weather conditions.

Rare snowstorm hits U.S. south

2025/01/22 10:00

Now to the U.S., where the southern region was hit by a rare snowstorm on Tuesday. Heavy snowfall and icy conditions were seen in cities including Houston, and New Orleans, with New Orleans expecting snowfall potentially matching a record set back in 1895. The rare weather conditions led to disruptions in air travel as well, with over 2,000 flight cancellations and 10,000 delays. Operations were also suspended at Houston's major airports. In response to the storm, several Gulf Coast states declared states of emergency, recommending residents to stay indoors and avoid travel.

Rare snowstorm hits U.S. south

2025/01/22 10:00

Now to the U.S., where the southern region was hit by a rare snowstorm on Tuesday. Heavy snowfall and icy conditions were seen in cities including Houston, and New Orleans, with New Orleans expecting snowfall potentially matching a record set back in 1895. The rare weather conditions led to disruptions in air travel as well, with over 2,000 flight cancellations and 10,000 delays. Operations were also suspended at Houston's major airports. In response to the storm, several Gulf Coast states declared states of emergency, recommending residents to stay indoors and avoid travel.

[Weather] Ultra-fine dust across the country, it will stay murky tomorrow

2025/01/21 20:00

High concentrations of fine dust have been rampant all over the country for two days in a row. For the first time this winter, preliminary measures to reduce the high concentration of fine dust were imposed in the Seoul metropolitan area and Chungcheongnam-do Province. Please take extra precautions when driving by keeping a safe distance. In particular, some parts of the Seoul metropolitan area have "very bad" levels of ultra-fine dust with ultra-fine dust advisories issued as well. This dusty air will continue to cover skies in most areas. You need to wear a protective mask outside. Tomorrow morning, Seoul will start off at zero degrees Celsius, Chuncheon and Daegu at minus 2 degrees. Daytime temperatures will move up to 7 degrees in Seoul and Chuncheon. Daejeon will reach 9 degrees. There is rain or snow forecast along the east coast in the second half of the week. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

[Weather] Ultra-fine dust all over the country, poor air quality to continue tomorrow

2025/01/21 17:00

It's relatively mild, but on the way to work this morning, fog and ultra-fine dust were rampant. With the atmosphere stagnant, the air stays murky across the country today. In the Seoul metropolitan area and Chungcheongnam-do Province, preliminary measures to reduce the high concentration of fine dust are in place for the first time this winter. Please pay special attention to traffic safety by keeping a safe distance when driving. In particular, some parts of the Seoul metropolitan are have soared to "very bad" ultra-fine dust levels with ultra-fine dust advisories issued as well. Tomorrow this dusty air will fill out the skies in most areas. You need to wear a protective mask outside. Tomorrow morning, Seoul will start off at zero degrees Celsius, Busan and Jeju at 3 degrees. Daytime temperatures will move up to 7 degrees in Seoul and Chuncheon. Gwangju will reach 10 degrees. It is expected to rain or snow along the east coast later this week. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

[Weather] Most of Korea trapped in severe levels of fine dust, warmer than norms

2025/01/21 10:00

Most of Korea is trapped in high levels of ultrafine dust. An ultrafine dust advisory has been issued in the capital, Gyeonggi-do and Chungcheongbuk-do Provinces. Even, Emergency Fine Dust Reduction Measures are in place for the capital area and Chungcheongnam-do Province. We could see dust level going to a very high level in the morning. Dusty air has built up since yesterday, it's best to avoid going outdoors if you can but when you do make sure to wear a face mask that can help filter out fine dust and cover as much skin as possible. It's better to keep your windows closed if you are in central regions. Afternoon highs will be as high as yesterday at 8 degrees Celsius in the capital, Daegu and Busan at 11 degrees. Sunny skies will be blurred with the dust. Warmer than average temperatures to continue with dusty air staying through the end of the week. That's Korea for you, here's a look at the international weather conditions.

Earthquake strikes southern Taiwan

2025/01/21 10:00

In Taiwan, a 6.4-magnitude earthquake struck the southern region early on Tuesday, leaving 15 people with minor injuries. Taiwan's Central Weather Administration recorded, the quake struck at 12:17 a.m. roughly 38 kilometers southeast of Chiayi county hall, and with a depth of 9.7 kilometers. A 5.2-magnitude aftershock also occurred over an hour after the initial quake. The tremor resulted in 15 minor injuries, with six people rescued from a collapsed house in Nanxi District, Tainan City. Workers in this district, including those in the TSMC factory, have reportedly been evacuated. Last April, Taiwan suffered its strongest earthquake in 25 years, a 7.4 magnitude quake near Hualien City that led to at least 18 deaths.

[Weather] Milder cold continues this week with ultra-fine dust

2025/01/20 20:00

Today is 'Daehan' which means 'severe cold' on the traditional seasonal calendar. However, it is relatively mild throughout the day today. Seoul was as mild as early March during the day and these milder conditions will continue tomorrow across the country with Seoul reaching 8 degrees Celsius during the day. With mild conditions, the air continues to be murky all over the country. In particular, "preliminary measures to reduce the high concentration of fine dust" were issued in Chungcheongnam-do Province for the first time this winter to reduce fine dust in this area. There is a possibility that this ultra-fine dust will persist this whole week. Tomorrow, Seoul will start off at zero degrees, Gwangju at minus 1 degree. Highs will move up to 7 degrees in Chuncheon. Gyeongju and Jeju will reach 11 degrees. This week will be milder than usual. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

[Weather] Milder conditions, but with ultra-fine dust across the country

2025/01/20 17:00

Even though today is 'Daehan' which means 'severe cold' on the traditional seasonal calendar, there are no worries about the cold throughout the day. The morning temperature in Seoul was 3-point-1 degrees Celsius, far above the average level. It rose up to 8 degrees during the day, feeling as mild as early March. We'll see very similar weather conditions tomorrow across the country. However, with milder conditions, the ultra-fine dust has become a problem again. In particular, for the first time this winter, "preliminary measures to reduce the high concentration of fine dust" were issued in Chungcheongnam-do Province to reduce fine dust in this area. The air will continue to be bad all over the country tomorrow. Tomorrow, Seoul will start off at zero degrees, Chuncheon and Gyeongju at minus 4 degrees. Highs will move up to 9 degrees in Gwangju. Daegu will reach 10 degrees. For the remainder of the week, it will be milder than usual. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

[Weather] No major cold snap on Daehan, dusty nationwide

2025/01/20 10:00

It's Daehan today, the last winter seasonal term meaning great cold. But temperatures will be way warmer than usual. However, central parts of Korea could see a mix of light rain and snow through late this afternoon. Today's warmth will bring dusty air to the country. Right now the capital area and Jeju are choking on bad air but when the temperatures go up this afternoon, the air quality will worsen nationwide. The season's first preliminary fine dust reduction measures have been issued in Chungcheongnam-do Province. Afternoon highs will be 2 to 5 degrees Celsius higher than norms, Seoul gets up to 8 degrees Celsius, Daegu and Busan and Jeju make it to 11 degrees. It will be cloudier in the western regions. The East Coast remains under a dry weather advisory. It's going to feel more like early March this week but air quality will cause a headache. That's Korea for you, here's a look at the international weather conditions.

[Weather] Milder conditions under clear skies this weekend

2025/01/17 20:00

The air was freezing this morning again across the country. However, the temperatures rose up to 5 degrees Celsius during the daytime in Seoul which is the typical winter level. With only clouds passing in the skies this weekend, milder weather than usual will continue. Meanwhile, the east coast has been under a dry weather advisory for weeks. As well as the dry conditions, strong wind is also blowing. It is important to be extra cautious due to the increased risk of wildfires. Tomorrow morning, Seoul will start off at minus 4 degrees, Gwangju at minus 3 degrees. Daily highs will move up to around 10 degrees in most areas with Daegu, Busan, and Jeju at 10 degrees. There won't be much cold next week but snow is forecast in the central parts of the country on Monday. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

[Weather] Milder weather this weekend

2025/01/17 17:00

Even though the morning stayed freezing, the daytime today isn't extremely cold. The temperatures will be milder, similar to the temperatures at end of February, during this weekend, with the daytime temperatures rising up to 7 degrees Celsius in Seoul. Meanwhile, the atmosphere along the east coast is getting even drier. For the time being, there is no rain or snow forecast in these areas, so the dry weather will continue. With the strong winds, it is very important to be extra cautious due to the increased risk of wildfires. Tomorrow morning, Seoul will start off at minus 4 degrees, Daejeon and Daegu at minus 5 degrees. Daily highs will move up to around 10 degrees in most areas with Daegu, Busan, and Jeju at 10 degrees. Rain and snow is forecast for the central parts of the country on next Monday. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

[Weather] Frigid morning turns much milder this afternoon

2025/01/17 10:00

Frigid air continues in central regions, Gangwon-do Province is seeing lows below minus 10 to even minus 15 degrees Celsius. Icy roads out there for central regions and Jeollabuk-do Province. Please drive and walk with care. However, afternoon highs will rise rapidly to way above norms. Temperatures will go up further over the weekend. Next Monday marks Daehan, the last winter seasonal term so we should be having the coldest time of the year but temperatures have been rather generous and should stay above norms through next week and likely into the Seollal holiday. Checking on today's highs now, Seoul gets up to 5 degrees, Daegu at 8 degrees under sunny skies. Air quality will be normal in most parts except in Sejong during the morning. A dry weather advisory remains in place for the East Coast. Hikers should take extra caution against wildfires. That's Korea for you, here's a look at the international weather conditions.

[Weather] Temperatures will start to rise from the afternoon

2025/01/16 20:00

Snow fell sporadically, mainly on western parts of the country today. With freezing temperatures overnight, snow on the roads could turn icy tomorrow morning. Please pay attention while driving. Cold wave advisories are still in place in Gangwon-do Province. The temperatures in Daegwallyeong in Gangwon-do Province plummeted to minus 13 degrees Celsius today. This freezing cold will continue in these areas tomorrow. Elsewhere, the temperatures will rise from the afternoon and there will be no worries about the severe cold until the end of this week. Tomorrow, Seoul, Daegu, and Gyeongju will start off at minus 5 degrees, Busan at zero degrees. Daily highs will move up to 5 degrees in Seoul. Daejeon will reach 6 degrees. Another round of rain or snow is forecast in the central and northern parts of the country on Monday. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

[Weather] Cold conditions until tomorrow, the temperatures will rise from the afternoon

2025/01/16 17:00

In this cold weather, some sporadic snow fell mainly on western parts of the country today. Due to the rain and snow, the roads can turn slippery overnight. Please pay attention to traffic safety when driving. Cold wave advisories are in place in Gangwon-do Province. The temperatures in Daegwallyeong in Gangwon-do Province plummeted to minus 13 degrees Celsius today. This freezing cold will continue in these areas. Elsewhere, the temperatures will rise from the afternoon and there will be no worries about the severe cold until next week. Tomorrow, Seoul, Daegu, and Gyeongju will start off at minus 5 degrees, Daejeon at minus 4 degrees. Daily highs will move up to 5 degrees in Seoul. Gwangju will reach 7 degrees. More rain or snow is expected in the central and northern parts of the country on Monday. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

[Weather] Cold snap eases, wintry mix in central regions

2025/01/16 10:00

Central parts of Korea could see a mix of rain and snow today, starting earlier in the day but should subside by the late afternoon. Gangwon-do could see up to 5 centimeters, the capital area could also see flurries around lunchtime to mid-afternoon, so stay safe on the road. The cold snap should ease today with top temperatures going up much higher this afternoon, topping out at 5 degrees Celsius but it will be rather cloudy all day. The rest of the country will also notice afternoon highs going 2 to 7 degrees higher, Daejeon and Gwangju top out at 7 degrees Celsius, Daegu and Busan getting up to 8 degrees with decent air quality nationwide. After today's wintry precipitation, we can expect much brighter skies with temperatures gradually getting warmer. Just for the heads up, there won't be any major cold snap next week as well. That's Korea for you, here's a look at the international weather conditions.

[Weather] Cold conditions tomorrow, snow forecast for western parts

2025/01/15 20:00

The temperature in Seoul this morning plummeted by around 7 degrees compared to the day before. With the cold wind, the feels-like temperatures also dropped to minus 11 degrees Celsius this morning. Tomorrow morning, Seoul will be at minus 5 degrees Celsius, very similar to today. Tomorrow, snow is also forecast mainly for western regions including Seoul. Meanwhile, the atmosphere remains extremely dry along the east coast. Please be careful not to cause any fires. Tomorrow, Seoul and Daejeon will start off at minus 5 degrees. Chuncheon minus 12. Daily highs will move up to 5 degrees in Seoul. Daegu and Busan 7 degrees. Until the second half of the week, typical winter cold will continue. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

[Weather] Cold morning tomorrow, snow forecast for western parts of the country

2025/01/15 17:00

This morning the feels-like temperature in Seoul plummeted to minus 11 degrees. Even during the day, the temperature only rose to minus 1. This cold spell will continue tomorrow morning with minus 5 degrees Celsius in Seoul, very similar to today. In addition, there is snow forecast mainly in western regions including Seoul tomorrow. A dry weather advisory is still in place for the east coast areas due to extremely dry conditions there. Please be careful not to cause any wildfires. Tomorrow, Seoul and Daejeon will start off at minus 5 degrees. Gwangju minus 3. Daily highs will move up to 5 degrees in Seoul. Chuncheon 3 degrees. The winter cold will continue at the level of previous years for the rest of the week. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

[Weather] Bitter cold returns, morning snow in Jeolla-do Provinces

2025/01/15 10:00

The bitter cold returns to much of the country with cold wave alerts re-issued in many central regions. Feels like temperatures in the capital are much colder and highs will stay below freezing. Stay warm! Meanwhile, Jeolla-do Provinces could see lingering snow flurries through the first half of the day, drive with extra care. Jeju will be rainy until the evening. A dry weather advisory remains in place for the east coast, it will be quite windy in the west of Jeollanam-do Province. Afternoon highs in the capital will be nearly 7 degrees lower topping out at minus 1 degree. Daegu at 3 degrees, Busan at 4 degrees Celsius with a dry advisory in place for a week. Most parts of the country will be under sunny skies with decent air quality. A snowy day is in store for tomorrow in western regions including here in Seoul then the cold snap should subside tomorrow afternoon. That's Korea for you, here's a look at the international weather conditions.