Heavy Snow Alert: Central Inland and Northern Gyeongbuk Hit by Severe Snowfall
Heavy Snow Alert: Severe Snowfall Hits Central Inland and Northern Gyeongbuk
On February 13, significant snowfall is expected across many regions in South Korea, particularly affecting the central inland areas and northern Gyeongbuk. The Korea Meteorological Administration has issued warnings of heavy snow accumulation, urging residents to exercise caution.
Forecasted Weather Conditions
According to meteorological predictions, rain and snow will begin in the morning and continue into the night. Key regions impacted include:
- Central Inland and Northern Gyeongbuk
- Jeollabuk-do
- Jeju Island Mountains
Snow accumulations are expected to vary by area:
- North Gyeonggi Province: 3–10 cm
- Seoul: 2–7 cm
- Gangwon Inland and Mountains: 5–10 cm (with local amounts exceeding 15 cm)
- North Chungcheong Province: 3–8 cm (with some areas exceeding 10 cm)
- North Gyeongbuk Inland: 2–7 cm
- Jeju Island Mountains: 3–8 cm (over 10 cm above 1500 m)
Precipitation Levels
Expected rainfall amounts will range from:
- Seoul and surrounding areas: 5–10 mm
- Chungcheong Province: 5–15 mm
- North Gyeongsang and Ulleungdo/Dokdo: 5–10 mm
- Jeju: 5–20 mm
Late afternoon into the evening, heavy snow of 1–3 cm per hour is likely in certain regions, which may lead to traffic congestion and safety concerns.
Temperature Forecast
Morning temperatures will be between -3 and 7 degrees Celsius. Highs during the day are expected to range from 1 to 14 degrees Celsius, though strong winds may make it feel colder. Specific morning lows include:
- Seoul: 2°C
- Incheon: 2°C
- Su-won: 1°C
- Cheongju: 1°C
- Busan: 7°C
Expected daytime high temperatures will be slightly higher, with projections as follows:
- Seoul: 3°C
- Incheon: 3°C
- Su-won: 4°C
- Jeju: 17°C
Air Quality
In terms of air quality, all regions are anticipated to fall within the ‘good’ to ‘moderate’ range, offering favorable conditions for outdoor activities.
Residents are encouraged to stay updated on weather conditions and prioritize safety during the anticipated snowfall.
