Korea Sees Mild Spring Warmth, Dusty Air and Icy Road Hazards

Today’s sky across South Korea is expected to be mostly cloudy, with a mild spring warmth in the daytime. Inland areas began the day around 0 degrees Celsius, but temperatures are forecast to rise to about 12 degrees in Seoul and around 15 degrees in southern regions.

The rapid temperature swings within a single day mean people should monitor health and dress accordingly to stay comfortable.

Tomorrow is projected to continue mild and spring-like, with no strong cold spell anticipated.

A KC-135 Stratotanker from the 22nd Air Refueling Wing, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., takes off from Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Feb. 10, 2014, as an ice cloud is left behind in the almost -40 degree air. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Shawn Nickel/Released)
Representative image for context; not directly related to the specific event in this article. License: Public domain. Source: Wikimedia Commons.

Air quality is set to deteriorate this afternoon as fine dust from outside the country is carried in, resulting in hazier conditions across most regions.

Recent snowfall or rain may leave icy patches or black ice on some roads, so drivers should exercise caution.

In regional terms, daytime highs are expected to be about 12 C in Seoul and 13 C in Busan.

Otto the Mild and Agnes of Brandenburg - Brunswick Cathedral - Braunschweig, Germany.
Representative image for context; not directly related to the specific event in this article. License: Public domain. Source: Wikimedia Commons.

The forecast is provided by KBS weather staff, with Weather Presenter Park Seo-jeong and graphics by Han Se-hee.

For tips or to report observations, KBS News can be reached by phone at 02-781-1234 or 4444, by email at kbs1234@kbs.co.kr, or via KakaoTalk by searching for the "KBS제보" channel. KBS News also offers updates on YouTube and Daum.

Why this matters to U.S. readers: Korea is a major hub for electronics manufacturing and global supply chains, with Busan and Incheon playing key roles in shipping and logistics. Weather disruptions—icy roads, hazy air, or heavy fog—can affect commuting, manufacturing schedules, and port operations, potentially impacting timelines for electronics and other goods tied to global markets. Air-quality trends in Korea also intersect with international health and policy discussions around cross-border pollution. For U.S. businesses and travelers with ties to Korea, staying informed on local conditions helps anticipate travel delays, supply-chain risk, and energy-demand dynamics during seasonal transitions.

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