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People wait for a traffic signal while shielding themselves from the sun at the Gwanghwamun intersection in Jongno District, central Seoul, on May 29, as early summer weather sets in. [NEWS1]

Korea experiences hottest May on record as average temperatures reach 18.6 degrees Celsius nationwide

Korea logged its hottest May on record last month, with the nationwide average temperature reaching 18.6 degrees Celsius (65.5 degrees Fahrenheit).

2026.6.1

People cool off the water at a beach in Gangneung, Gangwon, on May 31. [YONHAP]

Heat wave breaks May records as continued hot weather expected for start of June

Ulleung County in North Gyeongsang recorded a record-high May morning low of 25.8 degrees Celsius (78.4 degrees Fahrenheit) on Sunday, as record-breaking morning heat was reported across the country, according to the KMA.

2026.5.31

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People holding umbrellas walk in central Seoul on May 11. [NEWS1]

Unusually early heat wave expected to retreat nationwide due to heavy rainfall

The unusually early heat wave is expected to retreat after Tuesday, with intense downpours, possibly up to 20 millimeters (0.79 inches) per hour, continuing into early Thursday morning.

2026.5.19

People holding umbrellas stand at a crosswalk in central Seoul on April 20. [NEWS1]

Storm-like conditions expected to drench the country through Tuesday

Heavy spring rain, accompanied by strong winds, thunder and lightning, is expected to drench most of the country through Tuesday afternoon, according to the state weather agency.

2026.5.11

Pedestrians grab onto their umbrellas on a windy and rainy day in Busan on April 9. [NEWS1]

Strong winds, rain to greet morning commuters on Monday

Commuters heading to work on Monday, the first workday of May, should brace for winds strong enough to knock them off their feet.

2026.5.3

A family takes a photo at the International Horticulture Goyang Korea festival held at Ilsan Lake Park in Goyang, Gyeonggi, on April 26. [YONHAP]

The arrival of spring brings 'Family Month' into full bloom. Here's where to go.

Peak spring arrives in May, or "Family Month" in Korea, when the calendar fills with days celebrating loved ones, starting with Children's Day on May 5 and Parents' Day on May 8.

2026.4.28

A child cools off at a fountain in Suchang Park in Jung District, Daegu, on May 20, as temperatures soared past 30 degrees Celsius. [NEWS1]

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.

2025.5.21

People stroll along the Cheonggyecheon, a stream that flows through central Seoul, on May 20 with their jackets slung over their arms. [YONHAP]

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.

2025.5.21

Health and Welfare Minister Cho Kyoo-hong speaks during a meeting on wildfire relief of the Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasures Headquarters at the government complex in Jongno District, central Seoul, on May 1. [NEWS1]

Gov't to maintain emergency medical system through May holidays

The government will maintain its emergency medical system during the May holidays from May 1 to 6, which include Labor Day, Children's Day and Buddha's Birthday.

2025.5.1

Xander Schauffele smiles with the Wanamaker Trophy after his one stroke victory in the final round of the 106th PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky on May 19. [GETTY IMAGES]

The stats that defined the PGA Tour in May

Schauffele, McIlroy, Pendrith, Gotterup and Riley enjoy winning moments

2024.5.30