[Weather] Weekend Highs in Gwangju and Jeonnam to Reach 35°C... Inland Showers on Saturday

Heatwave Emergency Alert Issued for Gwangyang and Eastern Gwangju;
Tropical Nights Expected Across the Region
Showers of 5 to 40mm Forecast for the Afternoon of the 8th;
Waves Up to 4 Meters High in Offshore Areas

The sweltering heat during the day is expected to continue into the night as tropical nights over the weekend. In Gwangju and the Jeonnam region, the daytime high on Saturday, the 8th, will rise to 35 degrees Celsius, and in the afternoon, up to 40mm of showers are expected in inland areas of Gwangju and Jeonnam. On Sunday, the 9th, daytime highs will reach up to 34 degrees Celsius.

According to the Gwangju Regional Meteorological Administration on the 7th, a heatwave emergency alert is currently in effect in Gwangyang and eastern Gwangju. A heatwave warning is in place for western Gwangju and most of the Jeonnam region, while a heatwave advisory has been issued for some areas, including Mokpo and Jindo. With the exception of the Gurye mountainous areas, a tropical night advisory is also in effect for Gwangju and Jeonnam.

A child is running through the streams of water pouring from an urban fountain. Photo by Jo Yong-Jun

On the 8th, the morning low is forecast to be 25 to 26 degrees Celsius, with daytime highs of 33 to 35 degrees Celsius. Between midnight and 6 a.m., some inland areas of Gwangju and Jeonnam will see showers ranging from 5 to 40mm. Strong gusts, thunder, and lightning may occur during these showers. Rainfall amounts may vary significantly depending on the area, and visibility could be reduced and roads slick while it is raining.

On Sunday, the 9th, skies will be mostly cloudy. The morning low is forecast to be 24 to 26 degrees Celsius, with highs of 31 to 34 degrees Celsius. Many areas are likely to experience tropical nights, where nighttime temperatures do not fall below 25 degrees Celsius.

There are also warnings for wind and high waves. Beginning on the 8th, gusts with peak speeds of around 55 kilometers per hour are expected in most of Gwangju and Jeonnam. In the southeastern offshore areas, thunderstorms and strong gusty winds will be observed, while in the far southern and far southwestern parts of the West Sea, waves may reach up to 4 meters in height.

An official from the Meteorological Administration urged, "In areas under the heatwave emergency alert, unnecessary outdoor activities and work should be minimized and sufficient water should be consumed." The official also advised to "pay close attention to the health conditions of those vulnerable to the heat, such as children, the elderly, and those with chronic conditions."

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