Seoul to Hit 33°C Amidst Muggy Weather; Inland Showers Expected

South Korea is bracing for a sweltering Monday, with the capital city of Seoul expected to reach a high of 33 degrees Celsius. Muggy conditions are anticipated nationwide as the monsoon season concludes, signaling the onset of peak summer heat.

Inland regions across the country are likely to experience scattered showers starting in the afternoon and continuing into the evening. These downpours could be accompanied by strong gusts, thunder, and lightning, with some areas even reporting hail. The precipitation is expected to range from 5 to 40 millimeters in affected areas, though rainfall amounts may vary significantly within the same region due to the nature of convective showers.

Daytime temperatures are forecast to range between 24 and 33 degrees Celsius, significantly exceeding the seasonal average for this time of year, which typically sees highs between 25 and 29 degrees Celsius. Major cities like Seoul, Daejeon, and Cheongju will experience the highest temperatures, while coastal areas such as Busan and Gangneung will remain slightly cooler.

The skies are expected to be partly cloudy nationwide, with Jeju Island clearing up before becoming cloudy again at night. Despite the heat, air quality is predicted to be good across all regions.