Seoul's 17-Day Tropical Night Streak Ends as Heatwave Continues Nationwide

Seoul has finally found relief from a relentless heatwave, with the city's 17-day streak of tropical nights coming to an end. The overnight low temperature on August 8-9 fell to 24.5 degrees Celsius (76.1 degrees Fahrenheit), breaking a period of oppressive heat that had persisted since late July.

While Seoul experiences a reprieve, the broader national weather forecast indicates that high temperatures will persist. Many regions across the country remain under heatwave advisories, with daytime highs expected to reach around 35 degrees Celsius (95 degrees Fahrenheit) throughout the week. This prolonged period of intense heat is attributed to the continued influence of the Pacific and Tibetan high-pressure systems, which typically dominate through mid-to-late August.

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The peak of the North Pacific and Tibetan high-pressure systems generally occurs from mid-to-late August.

In response to the ongoing heat, the ruling Democratic Party has urged the government to consider further temporary relief measures for electricity bills. The party has requested a relaxation of the progressive electricity tariff system, which increases rates for higher consumption. While the system has seen permanent partial easing since 2019, the party is pushing for additional adjustments to help households cope with increased energy use during the heatwave.

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We will actively review this.