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Cold Air and Strong Winds Expected Across South Korea on Tuesday
On Tuesday, cold air is expected to move into South Korea from the northwest during the afternoon, making the night chilly.
Gusts of about 55 km/h are forecast across most of the country, reaching around 70 km/h in mountain areas.
The west coast, parts of the southern Jeolla coast and Jeju could face especially strong winds, and wind advisories may be issued.
Morning temperatures are forecast at 6 to 15°C, with daytime highs of 14 to 20°C.
Strong winds could make it feel colder, so people are advised to take care.
Rough seas and high waves are also expected, especially offshore, so caution is advised on the water.
Cold air is expected to move into South Korea from the northwest from Tuesday afternoon, bringing colder conditions at night.
Strong winds are forecast across most of the country, making it feel colder.
Gusts could reach about 55 km/h in most areas and about 70 km/h in mountainous areas.
Strong winds may prompt advisories along the west coast, parts of the southern coast of South Jeolla Province and Jeju Island.
Forecast temperatures range from morning lows of 6 to 15 C to daytime highs of 14 to 20 C.
- Who
- People across South Korea.
- What
- Cold air and strong winds are forecast. Gusts could reach about 55 km/h in most areas and about 70 km/h in mountainous areas.
- When
- Tuesday, Oct. 27, with cold air moving in from the afternoon and colder conditions expected at night.
- Where
- Across South Korea, with especially strong winds possible along the west coast, parts of the southern coast of South Jeolla Province and Jeju Island.
- Why
- Cold air is expected to move south from the northwest, and strong winds will make it feel colder.
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- Date
- Tuesday, Oct. 27
- Most-area gusts
- About 55 km/h
- Mountain gusts
- About 70 km/h
- Morning lows
- 6 to 15 C
- Daytime highs
- 14 to 20 C