Morning Chill: Temperatures Drop to -15°C as Cold Air Sweeps In
A cold front is sweeping across the region, bringing frigid temperatures. On Monday, the 26th, temperatures are expected to plummet to around -10°C in many inland areas. The morning lows across the country will range from -15°C to -2°C, while daytime highs will vary from -3°C to 8°C. Most central region areas will experience daytime temperatures below freezing.
Temperature Forecast for Monday, 26th
The following are the predicted morning lows and daytime highs for various locations:
- Seoul: Morning -9°C; Daytime 0°C
- Incheon: Morning -8°C; Daytime -1°C
- Suwon: Morning -9°C; Daytime 0°C
- Chuncheon: Morning -14°C; Daytime -1°C
- Gangneung: Morning -4°C; Daytime 5°C
- Cheongju: Morning -8°C; Daytime 1°C
- Daejeon: Morning -8°C; Daytime 2°C
- Jeonju: Morning -6°C; Daytime 2°C
- Gwangju: Morning -5°C; Daytime 3°C
- Daegu: Morning -8°C; Daytime 5°C
- Busan: Morning -2°C; Daytime 7°C
- Jeju: Morning 1°C; Daytime 7°C
Weather Warnings and Conditions
A cold wave warning is in effect for the capital region and parts of Gangwon, Chungcheong, and North Gyeongsang provinces. Residents are cautioned to take extra care regarding their health during this severe cold snap.
The weather will remain dry across various regions. Areas including some parts of Seoul, inland Gyeonggi, southern Gangwon, and eastern Jeonnam are under dry weather warnings. The dry conditions combined with strong winds raise the risk of fire. Caution is advised when using fire outdoors, especially during activities such as hiking and camping.
Along the east coast, there is a risk of high waves impacting coastal structures. People in these regions should exercise caution due to potential safety hazards. Air quality is expected to remain at ‘good’ to ‘moderate’ levels across the nation.
