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  • Will Korea Have a White Christmas This Year?

    Rain is expected nationwide over the weekend, followed by a sharp drop in temperatures into sub-zero levels, bringing a brief cold spell. However, snowfall is unlikely on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day next week, making a white Christmas difficult to expect.

    Ahead of Christmas, another round of rain is forecast across the country.

    On December 23 and 24, cloudy skies and rain are expected nationwide due to the influence of a trough. With temperatures remaining higher than average, most regions—including Seoul—are likely to see rain, while snow may mix in only in Gangwon Province and high-altitude mountainous areas.

    Even on December 25, a white Christmas is considered unlikely. According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, a high-pressure system is expected to expand again after the trough passes, resulting in generally clear conditions. As of now, the possibility of snowfall remains low.

  • Korea Turns Chilly: Early Winter Weather Arrives Ahead of Schedule

    This week, South Korea is expected to experience an early winter chill as a result of a cold continental high-pressure system.

    According to the Korea Meteorological Administration (KMA), morning temperatures on the 20th will drop to between 2°C and 15°C, with a chance of first snow in the highlands of northern Gangwon Province. On the morning of the 21st, the temperature may dip to 1°C, and the wind chill in northern Gyeonggi could fall close to freezing. Daytime highs will range from 12°C to 22°C, but strong northwesterly winds will make it feel much colder.

    The cold weather is expected to persist through midweek.

    Frost and thin ice may form in inland areas during early mornings, raising concerns about crop damage. Starting from the weekend (around the 23rd), morning temperatures are expected to rebound slightly to between 6°C and 15°C.

    Meanwhile, rain is expected mainly in eastern Gangwon Province, with 10–50 mm forecast between the 20th and 21st, and 5–30 mm in parts of northern Gyeongbuk and surrounding mountain areas. In high-altitude regions above 1,200 meters, about 1 cm of snow may accumulate. Busan, Ulsan, and Jeju coastal areas will see strong winds and high waves, and additional rainfall is forecast for October 22 and 23–24 along the east coast.

    Overall, the country will see mostly clear or partly cloudy skies this week, but visitors to Korea are advised to dress warmly and take care of their health as temperatures drop sharply.