Seoul Temperatures Reach 33°C; Showers Expected Across the Country Tomorrow

Scorching heat is intensifying today, Tuesday, June 16.

As of now, the daytime high in Seoul has already climbed to 31°C (88°F).

Temperatures around 30°C (86°F) are being recorded, primarily in western regions.

If Seoul's daytime high continues to rise as expected to 33°C (91°F), it could mark the highest temperature recorded in the city so far this year.

Meanwhile, the east coast, influenced by easterly winds, will remain relatively cool.

Due to significant atmospheric instability, sudden and intense showers may occur in parts of Seoul, northeastern Gyeonggi Province, the central and northern inland and mountainous areas of Gangwon Province, and parts of the Honam region.

With clear skies, the ultraviolet index will reach "high" to "very high" levels in many areas.

Ozone concentrations, which can be harmful to the respiratory system, are also expected to be high, so please take care of your respiratory health.

Rain of 5–10mm is expected in Jeju until early tomorrow morning, with 5–20mm forecast for mountainous areas of Jeju.

Showers are forecast for various regions across the country tomorrow.

[Reporter Ahn Su-jin]
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