Monsoon Continues Until Thursday; 'Steaming Heat' Expected After Rain Stops [Next Week's Weather]

South Korea is bracing for a week of hot and humid weather as the monsoon season continues. Rain is expected to persist nationwide through Thursday, June 9th, before giving way to a significant temperature increase.

The Korea Meteorological Administration forecasts that Monday, June 6th, will see overcast skies and rain across the country due to the stationary front. Morning temperatures will range from 20-24 degrees Celsius, with afternoon highs reaching 25-31 degrees.

On Tuesday, June 7th, the stationary front will continue to influence the weather. Southern regions and Jeju Island will experience rain until the morning, while the central region will see showers until the evening. Temperatures will hover between 21-24 degrees Celsius in the morning and 26-31 degrees in the afternoon.

From Wednesday, June 8th, to Thursday, June 9th, the central region will continue to receive rain, while the southern areas and Jeju Island will have mostly cloudy to overcast conditions. Morning temperatures are expected to be between 22-25 degrees Celsius, with afternoon temperatures climbing to 27-32 degrees.

As the week progresses from Friday, June 10th, to Sunday, June 12th, the country will be under the influence of the edge of the North Pacific high-pressure system. This will bring mostly cloudy to overcast skies nationwide. Morning temperatures will be around 22-23 degrees Celsius, and afternoon temperatures will range from 29-33 degrees Celsius, signaling the onset of a significant heatwave.