[Weather] Bitter autumn cold... lows to plunge to 3 degrees from Oct. 28

Cold air moves in from the northwest

Bitter autumn cold is expected to hit the Jeonnam-Gwangju region as cold continental air moves in from the northwest, accompanied by strong winds.

As temperatures plunged sharply into subzero territory, people hurried through Gwanghwamun Square in Jongno-gu, Seoul, on the 26th. 2025.12.26 Photo by Yoon Dongju

According to the Gwangju Regional Meteorological Administration on Oct. 26, morning lows on Oct. 27 will range from 12 to 15 degrees Celsius, while daytime highs will range from 17 to 19 degrees. However, morning lows on Oct. 28 will plunge to between 3 and 7 degrees as cold air fully spreads inland. Daytime highs will also remain between 13 and 16 degrees, well below the seasonal average of 6 to 12 degrees for lows and 19 to 21 degrees for highs, making for cold conditions.

In particular, temperatures the morning of Oct. 28 are expected to drop sharply by 5 to 10 degrees compared with Oct. 27. With strong winds also expected, the perceived temperature will feel close to below freezing.

The Korea Meteorological Administration issued preliminary high wind advisories for Heuksando, Hongdo, and Yeoseodo in Wando for the morning of Oct. 27, and for Yeosu, Yeongam, Hampyeong, Mokpo, Sinan, Jindo, Geomundo, Chodo, Yeonggwang, Goheung, Haenam, Wando, and Muan for the afternoon of Oct. 27. Extremely strong winds of at least 70 kilometers per hour (20 meters per second) are expected along the Jeonnam coast, with gusts of at least 90 kilometers per hour (25 meters per second) in mountainous areas. Inland areas will also see gusts of around 55 kilometers per hour.

A Korea Meteorological Administration official urged people to take precautions, saying, "Temperatures will plunge starting tomorrow night, so older adults and children, who are more vulnerable due to weaker immune systems, should avoid going out and take care to stay warm." The official added, "Very strong winds are expected, particularly along the Jeonnam coast, so please securely fasten outdoor structures such as signs and greenhouses, and check flight and ferry service information in advance."

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