South Korea braces for highs of 32°C with scattered showers expected

South Korea is set for another hot day on July 17, with daytime high temperatures expected to reach up to 32 degrees Celsius in many areas. The Korea Meteorological Administration forecasts that most inland regions will experience highs exceeding 30 degrees Celsius, making it a sweltering day across the country.

Adding to the heat, scattered showers are anticipated in inland areas throughout the day. The southern regions, including Honam and Yeongnam, are expected to see rain until the afternoon, while Jeju Island will experience rainfall until nighttime. The amount of precipitation is expected to vary, with Honam and parts of Gyeongnam receiving between 5 to 20 millimeters, while Jeju's mountainous areas could see up to 60 millimeters.

Daytime high temperatures are predicted to range from 24 to 32 degrees Celsius, which is notably higher than the average for this period. Major cities like Seoul and Daejeon are expected to reach 31 degrees Celsius, while Cheongju could see a high of 32 degrees Celsius. Coastal areas like Busan and Ulsan are forecast to be slightly cooler, around 27 degrees Celsius.

The sky conditions will vary, with cloudy skies expected over the central region and generally overcast conditions in the southern parts and Jeju Island. Showers are also possible in the Seoul metropolitan area, Gangwon's inland and mountainous regions, and parts of Chungcheong and Yeongnam from the afternoon until early the next morning.

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Most inland areas nationwide will see daytime high temperatures rise above 30 degrees Celsius, making it hot nationwide. Showers are expected in inland areas nationwide.