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[Weather] Heavy rain forecast mainly in the south this weekend

2025/08/08 21:36

Heat wave advisories are in effect throughout the south and on Jeju Island. Today's daytime temperature rose to 32 degrees in Seoul and 33 degrees in Daegu, which was as hot as yesterday. There will be heavy rain again on the weekend. The rain will start at dawn tomorrow on the coastal areas of Jeollanam-do Province and Jeju Island and spread to other southern areas between morning and afternoon. From the night onward, the rain will also begin in the Chungcheong-do provinces. In particular, between tomorrow afternoon and the dawn Sunday, there will be 30 to 50 millimeters per hour of heavy rain mainly in the south. Tomorrow, Seoul and Busan will start off at 25 degrees, Chuncheon and Gyeongju at 22 degrees. Daily highs will move up to around 29 to 31 degrees across the country. Frequent rain is forecast next week. Please be prepared in advance. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

[Weather] Afternoon heat stays intense with weekend rain in south

2025/08/08 19:43

The overnight heat has finally eased quite a bit. Is Mother Nature going to be generous enough to take us right into the autumn this year? Afternoon heat stays with heat alerts in southern areas, but the morning and evening commute has become much more bearable for many of us lately. Unlike yesterday, sunny skies will turn cloudy in the afternoon with 5 to 20 millimeters of passing rain in the forecast in Gangwon-do and Gyeongsangbuk-do Province. Meanwhile, Jeju will see on-and-off rain all day today with a high of 30 degrees, Seoul, Daejeon, and Gwangju will reach 32 degrees. Southern regions and Jeju need to brace for heavy rain over the weekend. Jeollanam-do Province could see more than 150 millimeters of downpours until Sunday. Those near the water need to be cautious of high swells, especially along the south coast and Jeju. Meanwhile, central areas will see rain early next week.

France's largest wildfire in decades contained

2025/08/08 19:39

France's biggest wildfire in about 80 years has been tamed after blazing through one-hundred-60 square kilometers of land in the southern Aude region. Now this is equivalent to an area larger than the French capital city Paris. Also according to local authorities the fire which began Tuesday was contained as of Thursday evening. One woman was killed more than a dozen injured and some 36 homes destroyed. Some two thousand people were also forced to flee. Firefighters meanwhile remain on alert to ensure no flare-ups occur.

[Weather] Afternoon heat stays intense with weekend rain in south

2025/08/08 11:34

The overnight heat has finally eased quite a bit. Is Mother Nature going to be generous enough to take us right into the autumn this year? Afternoon heat stays with heat alerts in southern areas, but the morning and evening commute has become much more bearable for many of us lately. Unlike yesterday, sunny skies will turn cloudy in the afternoon with 5 to 20 millimeters of passing rain in the forecast in Gangwon-do and Gyeongsangbuk-do Province. Meanwhile, Jeju will see on-and-off rain all day today with a high of 30 degrees, Seoul, Daejeon, and Gwangju will reach 32 degrees. Southern regions and Jeju need to brace for heavy rain over the weekend. Jeollanam-do Province could see more than 150 millimeters of downpours until Sunday. Those near the water need to be cautious of high swells, especially along the south coast and Jeju. Meanwhile, central areas will see rain early next week.

[Weather] Even though today is Ipchu, it is still hot nationwide

2025/08/07 21:41

The heat continues today, the season of 'Ipchu', which means the beginning of autumn on the traditional calendar. However, it is still hot across the country. With a heat wave advisory in place in 71 southern regions, the daytime temperatures reached 32 degrees in Seoul, Chuncheon, and Cheongju today. There will be no heat wave above 35 degrees Celsius like last week, but the daytime temperature will continue to exceed 30 degrees Celsius in most regions for the time being. Meanwhile, the night heat will gradually start to cool as well. Seoul will see lows of 23 degrees tomorrow and many areas will see below 25 degrees in the morning. Daejeon, Gwangju and Daegu will start off at 22 degrees, Busan at 25 degrees. Highs will move up to 31 degrees in Seoul, Chuncheon, Daejeon and Busan, Jeju 30 degrees. Showers are forecast tomorrow on the east coast. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

[Weather] Still hot across the country even though today is Ipchu

2025/08/07 18:42

Today is Ipchu on the traditional calendar, which means the beginning of autumn. The extreme heat is starting to go away, but it's still hot when you're out of the shade. With a heat wave advisory in the southern parts of the country, daytime temperatures rose to 32 degrees in Seoul, Chuncheon, and Cheongju today. There will be no heat wave above 35 degrees Celsius like last week, but for the time being, the daytime temperature will continue to exceed 30 degrees Celsius in most regions. The night heat will gradually cool down as well. Seoul will see lows of 23 degrees tomorrow and many areas will see below 25 degrees in the morning. Chuncheon and Gyeongju will start off at 21 degrees, Busan at 25 degrees. Highs will move up to 31 degrees in Seoul, Chuncheon, Daejeon and Busan, Jeju 30 degrees. Tomorrow, there will be showers on the east coast. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

[Weather] Ipchu today, hot and sunny afternoon

2025/08/07 11:34

Today marks 'Ipchu,' the start of autumn, but don't let the name fool you. While not as severe as the peak of the recent heatwave, we are in for another hot day. The overnight heat didn't subside well, leading to a tropical night for Seoul and other areas. Seogwipo on Jeju has been seeing tropical nights for over three weeks. Meanwhile, the resort island will see 20 to 60 millimeters of rain all day. A bit of rain is also possible in the southern regions and parts of the central areas until this morning. East coast regions could get 5 to 30 millimeters. Skies will get sunnier from the west, with a high of 32 degrees in Seoul and Gwangju, Daegu and Gyeongju will be hotter at 33 degrees Celsius with strong UV rays. Those on Jeju need to keep an umbrella handy with more rain expected through next Monday. Mornings and evenings will be much more bearable for the next five days, hoping to jump right into the autumn. Take care!

[Weather] Downpours in south overnight, heat makes return tomorrow

2025/08/06 22:48

Rain was coming down hard in the northern parts of Korea, dropping heavier rain in parts of Gyeonggi-do and Gangwon-do provinces. But it was very muggy here in Seoul. And from tonight, southern regions will be seeing heavier rain into tomorrow morning. But Jeju-do Island will see rain all day tomorrow. Jeolla-do provinces and Jeju could see downpours and most of the southern provinces could see 30 to 70 millimeters an hour of rain lashing down overnight. With the rain moving in, a heat advisory was lifted in the central parts of Korea, but the heat returns, starting out the day at 27 degrees in Seoul, and Busan. Seoul, Daejeon and Gwangju will top out at 32 degrees with sunnier skies, Jeju see a high of 31 degrees with more rain into tomorrow. In fact, those on Jeju need to keep that umbrella close, rain is expected through early next week. That's Korea for you, here's a look at the international weather conditions.

[Weather] Heavy rain in south overnight, heat returns tomorrow

2025/08/06 19:39

Rain has made a comeback and was coming down hard in the northern parts of Korea, dropping heavier rain in parts of Gyeonggi-do and Gangwon-do provinces. But from tonight, southern regions will be seeing heavier rainfall into tomorrow morning. But Jeju will see rain all day tomorrow. Jeolla-do provinces and Jeju-do Island could see downpours and most of southern provinces could see 30 to 70 millimeters an hour of rain lashing down overnight. With the rain moving in, a heat advisory was lifted in the central parts of Korea but the heatwave returns starting out the day at 27 degrees in Seoul, and Busan. Seoul, Daejeon and Gwangju will top out at 32 degrees with sunnier skies expected, Jeju at 31 degrees with more rain into tomorrow. In fact, those on Jeju need to keep that umbrella close, rain is expected through early next week. That's Korea for you, here's a look at the international weather conditions.

'Dive into Gwangbok': Summer splash in the center of Seoul

2025/08/06 15:36

Sung-jin, the past few weeks have been very hot, and for those looking for somewhere to cool down in the water there is one place in the heart of Seoul? As the temperature is still hovering well above 30 degree Celsius, there are people still looking for a getaway in the hot summer days. I was at a location in the city where you can have a quick dip. Have a look at it first. One last splash before the summer ends. The sweltering days of summer will soon come to an end, but Seoul isn't ready to let go of the season just yet, especially here in Gwanghwamun Square. "In this scorching August heat, those that are trying to escape the sun and the heat took the chance to cool off in the water." From water slides to water buckets, the location has lots of attractions for visitors to enjoy. "I came here with my mom and two aunts. It was hot outside, but once we got into the water, it felt cool and so much fun." As August 15 is Gwangbokjeol, the 80th anniversary of Korean independence, special activities have also been planned around the theme "Let's dive into Gwangbok." Co-hosted with the Seoul Regional Office of Patriots and Veterans Affairs, the event also holds booths to raise awareness of the country's struggle for independence. "We got to swim and do some hands-on activities. I even wrote a message celebrating the 80th anniversary of Korean independence." By transforming the urban landscape into a summer playground, the 2025 Seoul Summer Beach offers some relief from the heat in downtown Seoul. "We organized this with the idea of creating a summer getaway right in the middle of the city. We started it to add some fun not only for visitors from around the world, but also for locals. We're glad that so many people came to enjoy it in the heart of Seoul." The event runs until this Friday, so before summer is gone, why not take a dip in Gwanghwamun Square.

Rain brings heat relief, heavy rain in central regions

2025/08/06 11:39

We're forecasting more significant rain across the country. Until tomorrow, parts of capital area and Gangwon-do could see over 150 millimeters of rain, with Jeolla-do provinces getting 120 millimeters. The capital area could also see 30 to 100 millimeters of rain during the day. A heavy rain advisory has been issued in parts of Gyeonggi-do and Gangwon-do provinces and could spread to more central regions. Meanwhile, rain will give us a break from the intense heat, with heat alerts being lifted in the central parts of Korea. Morning temperatures and highs will be similar in the capital area topping out at 28 degrees in Seoul, Daejeon at 30 degrees, but Daegu will reach 33 degrees as the rain arrives in the mid-afternoon. After the rain passes, the heat will return. But mornings and evenings could get a bit more bearable with Thursday marking Ipchu the the start of autumn. However, Jeju is forecast to see rain from Friday into next Monday.

Wildfires sweep Spain amid intense heatwave

2025/08/06 11:38

Wildfires swept through parts of Spain on Tuesday as the country endured its second heatwave of the summer, with temperatures soaring to 40 degrees Celsius in several regions. In Spain's Galicia region, firefighters battled a wildfire near residential areas in the town of Ponteceso, and the nearby village of Corme Aldea was evacuated. In southern Spain, a blaze in the town of Tarifa spread rapidly through nearby mountains, forcing the evacuation of hotels and campsites in the area. Efforts to contain both wildfires were hindered by strong winds.

From heat waves to downpours and back: Why S. Korea is experiencing extreme summer

2025/08/06 11:36

South Korea is facing a summer of extremes, with scorching heat waves followed by intense downpours. Experts say there's a reason behind this. Park Hyo-been has the details. This July was one of the hottest months on record in South Korea. But it was also one of the most devastating in terms of rainfall. According to a Korea Meteorological Administration report on Tuesday, the country's average temperature last month was 27.1 degrees Celsius, the second highest since precise records began in 1973. There were 14.5 days categorized as "heat wave days" with temperatures exceeding 33 degrees, the third highest on record. The extreme heat triggered a surge in heat-related illnesses. The emergency authorities responded to over 2,400 emergency calls related to heatstroke and other conditions in July, up more than 140 percent from the same time last year. Heavy rain has also battered parts of the country. Mid-July saw rainfall double the seasonal average, with over 240 millimeters falling nationwide, the fourth heaviest on record for that period. This extreme mix of heat and rain forced the government to activate both its heat wave and heavy rain Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasure Headquarters for the second year in a row. Since the task force was established in 2019, this is only the second time both systems have run simultaneously. Experts say there's a reason behind these extreme weather patterns. "This summer, a strong North Pacific high brought in hot, humid air, while another high from Tibet expanded overhead, trapping heat over the Korean Peninsula. At the same time, cold air from the north clashed with this heat, creating intense rain clouds and heavy downpours lately." The impact is already being felt. Last Sunday, over 140 millimeters of rain fell in an hour in Muan-gun County, Jeollanam-do Province, leaving one person dead and causing widespread flooding. And on Tuesday, most of the country still remains under heat advisories or warnings. Experts recommend staying hydrated and limiting outdoor activity during peak daytime heat. "To stay safe during heat waves, drink plenty of water regularly and avoid going outside during the hottest hours. It's better to go out in the early morning or evening." With up to 120 millimeters of rain forecast for central regions on Wednesday, authorities are urging residents to stay alert and take precautions. Park Hyo-been, Arirang News.

[Weather] Heavy rain all over the country tomorrow with heat wave everywhere

2025/08/05 22:41

It was hot today with heat wave warnings across the country. The daytime temperature rose to 33 degrees Celsius in Seoul and 35 degrees in Daegu. Tomorrow, it will rise up to 28 degrees in Seoul with rain during the day. Heavy rain is expected tomorrow, especially in the central regions. More than 120 millimeters of rain is expected in Gyeonggi-do and Gangwon-do Provinces, more than 100 millimeters in the Chungcheong-do provinces, and 30 to 80 millimeters in the Seoul metropolitan areas. Please take extra precautions. Morning will start warm tomorrow at 27 degrees in Seoul and Busan, 24 degrees in Chuncheon. Daily highs will move up to 28 degrees in Seoul and Chuncheon, 34 degrees in Gyeongju. This rain will mostly stop on Thursday morning and tropical nights will cool down from Friday. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

From heat waves to downpours and back: Why S. Korea is experiencing extreme summer

2025/08/05 22:37

South Korea is facing a summer of extremes, with scorching heat waves followed by intense downpours. Experts say there's a reason behind this. Park Hyo-been has the details. This July was one of the hottest months on record in South Korea. But it was also one of the most devastating in terms of rainfall. According to a Korea Meteorological Administration report on Tuesday, the country's average temperature last month was 27.1 degrees Celsius, the second highest since precise records began in 1973. There were 14.5 days categorized as "heat wave days" with temperatures exceeding 33 degrees, the third highest on record. The extreme heat triggered a surge in heat-related illnesses. The emergency authorities responded to over 2,400 emergency calls related to heatstroke and other conditions in July, up more than 140 percent from the same time last year. Heavy rain has also battered parts of the country. Mid-July saw rainfall double the seasonal average, with over 240 millimeters falling nationwide, the fourth heaviest on record for that period. This extreme mix of heat and rain forced the government to activate both its heat wave and heavy rain Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasure Headquarters for the second year in a row. Since the task force was established in 2019, this is only the second time both systems have run simultaneously. Experts say there's a reason behind these extreme weather patterns. "This summer, a strong North Pacific high brought in hot, humid air, while another high from Tibet expanded overhead, trapping heat over the Korean Peninsula. At the same time, cold air from the north clashed with this heat, creating intense rain clouds and heavy downpours lately." The impact is already being felt. Last Sunday, over 140 millimeters of rain fell in an hour in Muan-gun County, Jeollanam-do Province, leaving one person dead and causing widespread flooding. And on Tuesday, most of the country still remains under heat advisories or warnings. Experts recommend staying hydrated and limiting outdoor activity during peak daytime heat. "To stay safe during heat waves, drink plenty of water regularly and avoid going outside during the hottest hours. It's better to go out in the early morning or evening." With up to 120 millimeters of rain forecast for central regions on Wednesday, authorities are urging residents to stay alert and take precautions. Park Hyo-been, Arirang News.

[Weather] Heavy rain will make a return tomorrow across the country

2025/08/05 20:08

Heat wave warnings have been issued for most parts of the country. The daytime temperature rose to 33 degrees Celsius in Seoul and 35 degrees in Daegu. Tomorrow, it will stop at 28 degrees in Seoul with rain during the day. Tomorrow, it will rain all over the country again. In particular, heavy rain of up to 100 millimeters will fall in the eastern parts of Gyeonggi-do, inland areas of Gangwon-do, and the Chungcheong-do provinces, and up to 80 millimeters of heavy rain will also fall in Seoul. Special care should be taken to keep safe and prevent any damage. The morning will start warm tomorrow at 27 degrees in Seoul and Busan, 28 degrees in Jeju. Daily highs will move up to 28 degrees in Seoul and Chuncheon, 34 degrees in Gyeongju. Strong rain will mostly stop on Thursday morning and tropical nights will finally cool down from Friday. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

Heatwave returns today, heavy rain tomorrow

2025/08/05 11:40

As the rain clouds pass, heatwave alerts have once again covered most of the country. Heatwave warnings have been issued for northern Gyeonggi, Jeollanam-do, and Gyeongsang-do provinces. Meanwhile, from this morning through tonight, we can expect passing showers in inland Gangwon-do and parts of southern provinces with 5 to 40 millimeters in the forecast along with thunderstorms. And this afternoon, highs in Seoul and Gwangju will jump to 33 degrees Celsius, Daegu and Gyeongju will top out at 35 degrees. Sunny morning skies will turn cloudy as the day goes on in most regions. Then, nationwide rain is in the forecast tomorrow; the central region, in particular, is forecast to receive a significant amount of rain, possibly up to 120 millimeters for some. This rain will bring brief relief from the heat, while more rain is in the forecast for southern regions and Jeju this weekend.

[Weather] Rain subsides, heat returns for Tuesday

2025/08/04 22:42

If only we could jump right into the autumn from today's fine summer weather at least here in the capital, we had bearable heat under partly sunny skies. However, a heat advisory was reissued across much of Korea as of this afternoon, and the heat will get stronger tomorrow. Meanwhile, tonight we can expect rain to come and go in most regions, and Gyeongsang-do provinces will see heavy rain of up to 80 millimeters into tomorrow at dawn. Tropical nights will return to most regions tomorrow, Seoul, Gwangju and Busan beginning the day at 26 degrees Celsius. By the afternoon, Seoul and Daejeon will get up to 33 degrees Celsius, Daegu and Gyeongju will be at 35 degrees with a chance of passing showers in some parts. For now, we are looking at heavy downpours to hit the central regions on Wednesday. Then southern provinces will see heavier rain on Thursday. That's Korea for you, here's a look at the international weather conditions.

Man killed in Muan as torrential rainfall lashes S. Korea; new normal disaster?

2025/08/04 22:38

Torrential rains swept across the nation over the weekend, killing one person in the southern county of Muan. This recent pattern of extreme rainfall followed by heatwaves, experts say, may be the new normal. Our Park Kun-woo reports. One man died on Sunday evening as heavy rain pounded the southern regions of South Korea. The man in his 60s was killed in Muan after being swept away while trying to redirect floodwaters away from his greenhouse. Over 142 millimeters of rain fell in just one hour in Muan-gun County , in Jeollanam-do Province, making it one of the heaviest hourly rainfalls recorded since related data was first compiled in 1973. Muan, on average, sees annual rain of around 1-thousand-3-hundred millimeters, meaning just over 10 percent of that fell in a single hour. "A massive amount of moisture had already been present near the Korean peninsula, with a high-pressure system expanding from the Pacific after the typhoon passed, along with cold, dry air pushing down. Moisture was funneled through a narrow path, triggering intense downpours." The expert also said Korea's recent pattern of extreme rainfall followed by scorching heat, which in the past only occurred in mountainous areas, should now be seen as the "new normal." He added the importance of being prepared. "Acting quickly when alerts are issued, like securing evacuation spaces in advance and following official guidance without hesitation, is important. Some people still think it won't happen to them, but that mindset can be dangerous." And he also said potential damage from not believing a warning far outweighs the inconvenience of a false alarm. Though heavy rain alerts for areas, including Gwangju, were lifted on Monday morning, more downpours are expected across the country throughout this week. Park Kun-woo, Arirang News.

Man killed in Muan as torrential rainfall lashes S. Korea; new normal disaster?

2025/08/04 19:38

Heavy rain in the southern part of the country starting this past Sunday has taken at least one life. Our Park Kun-woo has details. One man died on Sunday evening as heavy rain pounded the southern regions of South Korea. The man in his 60s was killed in Muan after being swept away while trying to redirect floodwaters away from his greenhouse. Over 142 millimeters of rain fell in just one hour in Muan-gun County , in Jeollanam-do Province, making it one of the heaviest hourly rainfalls recorded since related data was first compiled in 1973. Muan, on average, sees annual rain of around 1-thousand-3-hundred millimeters, meaning just over 10 percent of that fell in a single hour. "A massive amount of moisture had already been present near the Korean peninsula, with a high-pressure system expanding from the Pacific after the typhoon passed, along with cold, dry air pushing down. Moisture was funneled through a narrow path, triggering intense downpours." The expert also said Korea's recent pattern of extreme rainfall followed by scorching heat, which in the past only occurred in mountainous areas, should now be seen as the "new normal." He added the importance of being prepared. "Acting quickly when alerts are issued, like securing evacuation spaces in advance and following official guidance without hesitation, is important. Some people still think it won't happen to them, but that mindset can be dangerous." And he also said potential damage from not believing a warning far outweighs the inconvenience of a false alarm. Though heavy rain alerts for areas, including Gwangju, were lifted on Monday morning, more downpours are expected across the country throughout this week. Park Kun-woo, Arirang News.