Summer heat grips South Korea with highs near 31 degrees and scattered showers

South Korea is bracing for a hot summer day on Sunday, with daytime temperatures expected to hover around 30 degrees Celsius and potentially reach 31 degrees in certain locations.

The Korea Meteorological Administration forecasts scattered showers in the afternoon and evening for central regions, including parts of North Jeolla, northern South Jeolla, and inland western Gyeongsang. The showers may extend into the late night in southeastern Gyeonggi and southern Gangwon inland areas, with Jeju Island also expecting rain.

Some areas, particularly the Seoul metropolitan area, South Chungcheong, and Jeolla regions, could experience intense downpours of approximately 20 millimeters per hour. These showers may be accompanied by strong winds, thunder, lightning, and even hail, prompting warnings for facility management and safety precautions.

Morning temperatures will range from 14 to 20 degrees Celsius, while afternoon highs will be between 25 and 31 degrees. Most regions, excluding Gangwon's eastern coast and mountainous areas, will feel the heat with temperatures near 30 degrees. Fine dust levels are expected to be good to normal nationwide.