Korea's central regions, North Gyeongsang experience record-setting morning heat

Korea was hit by a surge of heat across the country on Wednesday, with morning temperatures in the central regions and North Gyeongsang setting records for the warmest ever recorded for the month of May.

2025-05-21

Hottest May morning temperatures observed nationwide

The nation was hit by unseasonal heat on Wednesday, as records for the highest daily minimum temperatures for May were set in the Seoul metropolitan area, the southeastern provinces and other regions, the state weather agency said.

2025-05-21

Korea running low on honey as 'torrential' rain decimates bee population

Severe weather and bee population decline threaten honey production in Korea.

2025-05-20

Government left with 100 million Covid masks nearing expiry

The Korean government is sitting on more than 100 million face masks bought during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic that are either nearing expiration or must be released soon, raising concerns about waste and a lack of recycling measures.

2025-05-19

Heavy downpours hit much of the country, prompting warnings

Heavy downpours drenched much of the country on Friday, with rainfall in some parts of the greater Seoul area reaching an extreme 70 millimeters per hour.

2025-05-16

Elevated flood fears prompt proactive AI-powered response

Flooding fears are elevated this year on climate change, prompting the Ministry of Environment to deploy AI as part of disaster prevention efforts.

2025-05-14

Oriental storks, a natural monument, spotted in South Jeolla

A flock of endangered Oriental storks, a natural monument in Korea, has been spotted nesting atop a high-voltage transmission tower in Naju, South Jeolla.

2025-05-13

Temperatures to surpass 25 degrees on Tuesday as summer weather arrives early

Most regions across the country will see daytime temperatures exceed 25 degrees Celsius (77 degrees Fahrenheit) on Tuesday, with some areas reaching as high as 29 degrees, signaling the onset of summer.

2025-05-13

83% of 2020 babies will experience 'unprecedented' temperatures, report shows

A report highlights climate change's severe impact on children, especially from extreme heat.

2025-05-12

Korea basks in early summer sunshine

As much of Korea experiences early summer conditions, afternoon highs reached around 25 degrees Celsius (77 degrees Fahrenheit) nationwide on Monday, prompting residents to step outside and enjoy the sunshine.