Overnight temperatures remain above 25 degrees Celsius nationwide, with tropical nights plaguing many areas including Seoul and Cheongju
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Many areas across South Korea experienced tropical nights, with temperatures remaining above 25 degrees Celsius overnight.
- Cheongju recorded the highest minimum temperature at 28.2 degrees Celsius, followed by Gangneung at 28.0 degrees.
- Tropical night advisories are in effect for several regions, including Seoul and its surrounding areas.
South Korea is grappling with widespread tropical nights as temperatures across the country failed to dip below 25 degrees Celsius overnight. The heatwave has prompted tropical night advisories in numerous regions, including the capital, Seoul. Cheongju registered the highest minimum temperature at 28.2 degrees Celsius, while other cities like Gangneung (28.0 C), Pohang (27.9 C), and Jeonju (27.4 C) also experienced oppressive nighttime heat. Seoul recorded a minimum temperature of 27.1 degrees Celsius, contributing to the discomfort of its residents. The Korea Meteorological Administration reported that tropical night conditions, defined as minimum temperatures of 25 C or higher between 6 p.m. and 9 a.m. the following day, have affected many parts of the country. Advisories are currently in place for Seoul, parts of Incheon and Gyeonggi Province, as well as various regions in Gangwon, Chungcheong, Jeolla, Gyeongsang, and Jeju Island. Residents are seeking ways to cope with the persistent heat, with many heading to cooler spots like Cheonggyecheon Stream in Seoul to escape the sweltering conditions.
Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.