Ealier on October 5th, the nationwide temperature fell by 2-5 degrees from the previous day. On the morning of the 5th, the national temperature was 5.2 to 16.6 degrees, and the lowest temperature fell below 5 degrees in some mountains in Gangwon.

Seoraksan recorded –1.6 degrees, Hyangrobong Mountain 0.8 degrees, Daegwallyeong 3.0 degrees, Guryongnyeong 3.0 degrees, Sapdangnyeong 3.2 degrees, and Misiryeong 3.3 degrees.

According to statistics from the Korea Meteorological Administration, the average frost start date from 1997 to 2022 was after October 26 in the central provinces and after November in the southern provinces, but the cold has accelerated.

The reason for the sudden cold weather is due to the southward movement of high pressure created in China’s northern provinces. As a result, the northwest wind blows strongly and cold air is flowing into Korea.

These days, it is getting cold fast, and temperatures are dropping sharply. So, here are some tips about how to deal with the cold weather. First, you need to wear many layers of thin clothes. Also, wear gloves, scarves, and hats to minimize skin exposure.

Second, check the wind chill before you go out. Refrain from exercising outside. Third, avoid drinking alcohol. Eat high sugar foods such as chocolate, candy, and hot drinks. Finally, the most important thing is to be safe and keep yourself warm indoors.

L.L.F reporter Ye-jin Seok