Scorching Heat Continues with Scattered Showers

Yesterday, Seoul recorded a high of 32.6°C (91°F), marking the hottest day of the year so far.

Today, temperatures are expected to climb to 33°C (91°F), breaking the record for the highest temperature of the year once again.

As the scorching heat of around 30°C (86°F) is set to continue for the time being, please ensure you stay hydrated and dress in light, breathable clothing.

Due to atmospheric instability today (June 16), scattered showers of 5 to 20mm are expected in parts of northeastern Gyeonggi Province, inland mountainous areas of central and northern Gangwon Province, and parts of the Honam region during the afternoon.

In Jeju, 5 to 20mm of rain is forecast to continue until early tomorrow morning.

Across the rest of the country, excluding Jeju, skies will be partly cloudy today.

Ozone levels are expected to be high in most regions during the afternoon.

In particular, residents in northern Gyeonggi Province should take precautions as levels are expected to be very poor.

Current temperatures in most regions are starting off mild at around 20°C (68°F).

Highs will reach 31°C (88°F) in Chuncheon and Daegu, and 32°C (90°F) in Daejeon and Gwangju, similar to yesterday's levels.

Showers are forecast for inland areas nationwide tomorrow, and more rain is expected in Jeju toward the end of the week.

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