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The key to this shower is the extreme variation in precipitation by region and the intensity of severe weather. According to the Korea Meteorological Administration's forecast, rain clouds are expected to develop in the inland areas of western Gyeongsang and Jeollabuk-do, northern Jeollanam-do, and the central region between the afternoon and evening of the 14th. In particular, heavy rain of around 20 mm per hour may fall in the metropolitan area, Chungcheong area, and Jeolla area, so there is a high possibility that roads may be flooded or visibility may be drastically blurred even in a short period of time. Precipitation can vary from 5 to up to 50 mm depending on the region, so it is expected that local characteristics will be strong enough that even in the same neighborhood, there will be separate places where you need to carry an umbrella and where you do not.

What makes this rain different from ordinary summer showers is the risk of ‘sudden weather phenomenon’ due to atmospheric instability. Not only are the showers forecast to be accompanied by gusty winds, thunder, and lightning, but there is even a possibility of hail falling in some areas. This is a level that can cause damage to crops or damage to facilities, so special preparation is required. Additionally, in areas where it rains, visibility becomes shorter and the road surface becomes very slippery, so drivers must make every effort to prevent traffic accidents by reducing speed and maintaining a safe distance. Considering the thick fog covering the west coast, it is most important to check the latest weather information frequently when traveling on the weekend.

Even in areas where it doesn't rain, the red light is on for health care in the summer. Temperatures may temporarily drop when rain showers fall, but this is only temporary and not enough to completely beat the heat. The highest daytime temperature in most parts of the country is still around 30 degrees, and the UV index is expected to soar to the ‘very high’ level, especially in the southern region. In addition, we should not overlook the fact that ozone concentrations may appear temporarily high nationwide due to atmospheric stagnation. It is time for children and the elderly, as well as the general public, to avoid heat-related illnesses by avoiding the hot midday sun and drinking enough water.

The weather for next week is also expected to be an extension of the early summer heat. According to meteorological analysis, the sweltering heat is expected to continue in the coming week with daytime temperatures rising to 32 to 33 degrees. After the shower passes, cloudy or clear skies will appear again, and the pattern of strong solar radiation heating the ground will repeat. These weather conditions can increase the discomfort of the muggy summer season, so it is necessary to prepare for the full-scale heat wave by checking indoor ventilation and air conditioning equipment. Temperatures exceeding 30 degrees will become the norm for the time being, so we need to quickly prepare for a healthy summer by managing our physical strength.