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South Korea Faces Snowless Christmas, Cold Weather Alerts Issued

12/23/2025

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The Korea Meteorological Administration reported that South Korea is unlikely to see snow this Christmas, with rain expected on Christmas Eve and clear skies on Christmas Day.
Snow may occur in mountainous areas of Gangwon Province overnight between December 23 and 24.
In Seoul, temperatures will drop from a high of 6°C on December 24 to -1°C on December 25, with lows reaching -12°C by December 26.
The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency urged the public to take precautions against cold-related illnesses after a death from cold exposure.
Icy road conditions are a concern due to potential freezing rain.

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The Korea Meteorological Administration reported that South Korea is unlikely to see snow this Christmas, with rain expected on Christmas Eve and clear skies on Christmas Day.
Snow may occur in mountainous areas of Gangwon Province overnight between December 23 and 24.
In Seoul, temperatures will drop from a high of 6°C on December 24 to -1°C on December 25, with lows reaching -12°C by December 26.
The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency urged the public to take precautions against cold-related illnesses after a death from cold exposure.
Icy road conditions are a concern due to potential freezing rain.