On July 23, the day designated as major heat (대서), the weather across the country is expected to be mostly cloudy. Rain is forecasted for the central regions and Jeju Island, with some areas in the southern regions experiencing rain from the afternoon to the evening.
According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, the expected precipitation for July 23 is between 30 to 80 millimeters in Seoul, Incheon, Gyeonggi Province, and the five islands of the West Sea. The inland and mountainous areas of Gangwon Province are also expected to receive 30 to 80 millimeters, while the eastern coast of Gangwon is forecasted to see 5 to 40 millimeters.
In Daejeon, Sejong, Chungnam, and Chungbuk, 30 to 80 millimeters of rain is anticipated. Jeonbuk is expected to receive 5 to 40 millimeters, while northern Jeonnam may see 5 to 20 millimeters. Daegu and Gyeongbuk are forecasted for 10 to 60 millimeters, and the western inland areas of Gyeongnam are expected to receive 5 to 40 millimeters. Jeju Island is projected to see around 5 millimeters of rain.
The morning low temperatures are expected to range from 23 to 26 degrees Celsius, while the maximum daytime temperatures are forecasted to be between 26 and 37 degrees Celsius.
Major heat, which translates to 'great heat,' is the twelfth of the 24 solar terms. It falls between the minor heat of Soseo and the beginning of autumn marked by Ipchu, occurring around July 23 when the sun reaches the 120-degree point in the zodiac. The 24 solar terms divide the year into 24 segments based on the sun's movement, indicating seasonal changes.
This period is typically associated with the peak of summer heat, often coinciding with the hottest days of the year. A traditional saying goes, 'Even goat horns melt during major heat,' symbolizing the intense heat of this season.
In rural areas, farmers traditionally weed their fields and prepare compost during this time. It is also a period when heavy rains frequently occur due to the influence of the monsoon front, and summer fruits and vegetables, such as melons and watermelons, become abundant.
This year, contrary to the name of the season, the weather is expected to be characterized by significant rainfall in the central regions, while the southern regions will experience relatively high temperatures.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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