November Cold Wave Drops Seoul to -2.8°C as Chill Continues Through Tomorrow

Seoul is currently experiencing a noticeable cold wave, with temperatures plunging to -2.8°C. This drop in temperature is part of a broader trend affecting various regions across South Korea. The cold snap began on November 3 and is expected to continue through November 4.

Chilly November Weather Forecast

The Korea Meteorological Administration (KMA) reported that the arrival of cold air from the north combined with clear skies overnight has caused morning temperatures to fall significantly. In some areas, temperatures dropped by as much as 10 degrees compared to the previous day.

Record Low Temperatures

• Jeonbuk’s Muju Seolchunbong recorded a low of -8.7°C.
• Paju, located in Gyeonggi Province, saw temperatures dip to -4.5°C.
• Seoul experienced lows of -2.8°C in Eunpyeong and -2.6°C in Nowon districts.

In response to these conditions, cold wave advisories were issued for northeastern and southwestern Seoul, marking the first such warnings of the fall season. In contrast, last year, those advisories were not issued until January 8, after an unusually warmer December.

Understanding Cold Wave Advisories

A cold wave advisory is declared when the morning low temperature is forecasted to drop more than 10 degrees below the previous day’s low, reaching below 3 degrees Celsius, and is also projected to be 3 degrees below the average temperature for that period.

First Frost Observations

• Incheon, Daejeon, and Jeonju recorded their first frost of the season.
• This observation occurred four days earlier than last year.

Upcoming Weather Changes

Temperatures are expected to rise gradually on November 4, with daytime highs reaching around 13°C in Seoul and 11-19°C nationwide. However, the temperatures will still feel colder than usual for this time of year.

The cold wave advisories will be lifted as temperatures increase during the day, but overnight temperatures may still dip to below freezing in certain areas of Gyeonggi and Gangwon provinces.

Advice for Residents

KMA officials recommend that vulnerable populations, such as the elderly and children, limit outdoor activities due to the significant temperature changes. They emphasize the importance of being cautious with health during this chilly period.

Future Forecasts

Following the initial warm-up on November 4, temperatures are expected to fluctuate again later in the week, with morning lows around 10°C. However, another cold front is anticipated to arrive by the weekend, potentially bringing more chilly weather at the start of the following week.

In summary, as the cold wave continues to affect Seoul and surrounding areas, residents should stay informed about temperature changes and health precautions during this period of significant weather variations.