Rain is expected to gradually stop across South Korea on Monday, May 4, 2026, as skies clear and temperatures rise [1].
This shift follows a period of cold, rainy, and windy weather that affected the region. The return of warmer conditions and clear skies marks a transition in the early May atmospheric patterns for the peninsula [1, 2].
Weather officials from YTN said the country will experience strong winds throughout the day [1]. While much of the rain ceased overnight, some regions will see lingering precipitation. Northern Chungbuk and northern Gyeongbuk are expected to see rain through the morning, while Gangwon Province may experience rain until later in the morning [1].
The expected rainfall in these areas is approximately five mm [1]. Additionally, the mountainous regions of Gangwon are forecasted to receive about one cm of snow [1].
Temperatures are projected to climb significantly compared to the previous day. In Seoul, the daytime temperature is expected to reach 20°C [1]. This represents an increase of about five degrees Celsius over the temperature recorded on Sunday [1].
"Yesterday was chilly all day with wind and rain, but today the clear sky will appear again and temperatures will rise," YTN Weather said [1].
“Daytime temperatures will rise about 5°C compared with the previous day.”
The rapid temperature swing and lingering snowfall in high-altitude areas like Gangwon highlight the volatility of spring weather in South Korea. The transition from a cold, rainy system to a warmer, windier pattern suggests a shift in pressure systems that typically precedes more stable late-spring conditions.
