Weather Alert Lifted Cold Wave Ends with Temperatures Rebounding Tomorrow
The first workday of November marked the coldest morning of the season. A cold wave warning affected parts of Seoul, central regions, North Jeolla, and parts of Yeongnam, but these warnings have now been lifted.
Temperature Records and Cold Snap
This morning, Seoul experienced a low of 0.5 degrees Celsius, the lowest temperature recorded so far this fall. Meanwhile, in Paju, temperatures dropped to -3.8 degrees, and in Bonghwa, the thermometer registered -3 degrees. The highest drop was noted at Seolchunbong, reaching -8.7 degrees. These temperatures caused ice formation and frost in several inland areas and mountains.
Weather Forecast and Temperature Rebound
The cold snap is expected to be short-lived. Starting tomorrow afternoon, temperatures are projected to increase significantly. Satellite imagery shows clear skies over the nation, with the weather remaining generally sunny throughout the day. However, light rain may occur in southeastern coastal areas and cities like Busan and Ulsan later in the evening.
Daily Temperature Highlights
Here’s a breakdown of expected afternoon highs across key cities:
- Seoul: 13 degrees Celsius
- Daejeon: 14 degrees Celsius
- Gwangju: 15 degrees Celsius
- Busan: 18 degrees Celsius
These temperatures indicate a significant increase, resulting in a considerable temperature difference compared to the morning hours.
Long-term Outlook
No significant rain is forecasted for the immediate future. As the week progresses, temperatures are expected to rise above seasonal averages.