Japan, S. Korea Set Unprecedented Heat Levels in June

(MENAFN) Japan and South Korea endured scorching temperatures in June, setting all-time heat records, according to reports released by the respective national meteorological agencies on Tuesday.

In South Korea, the Korea Meteorological Administration (KMA) revealed that multiple cities recorded their highest average daily June temperatures since official records began. Busan, located in the country’s southeast, reached a blistering 26.2°C (79.16°F) on June 30, marking the hottest June day since weather data tracking began in 1904, as reported by a Seoul-based new outlet.

Over the weekend, from Saturday to Monday, 59 out of 97 weather stations nationwide recorded unprecedented June temperature highs, according to the KMA.

Meanwhile, Japan's Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) disclosed that June 2024 brought the highest-ever national average temperature for the month, surpassing any recorded since the start of tracking in 1898.

Looking ahead, the JMA anticipates temperatures in Japan to exceed 35°C (95°F) in the first half of July, with further increases expected later in the month.

Both nations have issued urgent warnings, advising citizens to take immediate steps to protect themselves from heat-related illnesses, including heat stroke.

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