Seoul to dip to 2 C Wednesday as autumn cold snap hits Korea

What happened: An autumn cold snap is forecast to hit South Korea, with Seoul expected to wake up to 2 C on Wednesday and parts of the country dipping below freezing. Key numbers: Wednesday morning temperatures Why it matters: The Korea Meteorological Administration attributes the drop to cold air from the northwest moving south beginning Tuesday afternoon, with clear skies overnight pushing temperatures down further. Strong winds will make conditions feel colder, and the cold is expected to continue Thursday before a brief rebound Friday as rain moves across central and western regions.

An autumn cold snap is forecast to hit South Korea, with Seoul expected to wake up to 2 C on Wednesday and parts of the country dipping below freezing.

The Korea Meteorological Administration attributes the drop to cold air from the northwest moving south beginning Tuesday afternoon, with clear skies overnight pushing temperatures down further. Strong winds will make conditions feel colder, and the cold is expected to continue Thursday before a brief rebound Friday as rain moves across central and western regions.