Maximum Perceived Temperatures Around 35 Degrees Celsius Likely to Continue

On Saturday, August 1, most regions across the country will continue to experience extreme heat, and many areas will see tropical nights overnight.

Special Weather Advisory Status (After 11:00 AM on August 1, 2026). Screenshot from the Korea Meteorological Administration website

Special Weather Advisory Status (After 11:00 AM on August 1, 2026). Screenshot from the Korea Meteorological Administration website

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In particular, the heat will be most severe in Gyeongnam Province, where an extreme heat emergency warning has been issued, so extra caution is needed for health management.


In some parts of Gyeongnam, the daytime high is expected to soar above 39 degrees Celsius. In most other areas nationwide, the maximum perceived temperature will remain around 35 degrees for the time being, with the sweltering weather continuing.


The morning low is forecast to range from 21 to 28 degrees Celsius, and the daytime high is predicted to range from 32 to 39 degrees Celsius.


Wave heights in coastal waters are expected to be 0.5 to 1.5 meters off the East Sea, 0.5 meters off the West Sea, and 0.5 to 1.0 meters off the South Sea.



In the outer seas, within about 200 kilometers of the coastline, waves are expected to reach 0.5 to 1.5 meters in the East Sea and 0.5 to 1.0 meters in both the West and South Seas.


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