Monsoon Rains Expected to Spread Nationwide Next Week Amid High Humidity

Monsoon rains are forecast to spread across South Korea starting this weekend, with initial downpours expected in Jeju Island and southern regions on Saturday.

The Korea Meteorological Administration predicts that the rain will gradually extend to the southern parts of Jeolla Province, Gyeongsang Province, and southern Chungcheong Province on Saturday. Rainfall amounts are estimated between 30-80mm for Jeju Island and Jeolla Province, and 20-60mm for Gyeongsang Province. Some areas may experience intense rainfall of 20-30mm per hour, prompting warnings for public safety. A heavy rain advisory was already in effect for Jeju Island as of Friday afternoon.

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There will be areas where heavy and abundant rain falls at a rate of 20 to 30 mm per hour, so caution is advised for safety.

The monsoon front, which had moved south, is expected to move northward again. Inland areas may also experience scattered showers. The rain is anticipated to continue into early next week, expanding to the Seoul metropolitan area and Gangwon Province by Sunday afternoon.

Despite the rainfall, daytime high temperatures are expected to reach over 30 degrees Celsius in many inland areas. Combined with humid air flowing in from the south, the perceived temperature could reach around 31 degrees Celsius over the weekend. The KMA cautioned that the forecast is subject to change depending on the exact position of the stationary front and the development of a low-pressure system, advising the public to stay updated with the latest weather information.

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There is variability in the forecast regarding the precipitation area, timing, and amount depending on the location of the stationary front and the development of the low-pressure system on the stationary front.