South Korea records hottest summer on record in 2025. An average temperature of 25.7 C was recorded from June 1 to Aug. 31, surpassing last year's record of 25.6 C | AI News Digest
South Korea has recorded its hottest summer on record in 2025, with an average temperature of 25.7°C from June 1 to August 31. This surpasses last year's record of 25.6°C and marks the highest average since 1973. The Korea Meteorological Administration reported that the daily high temperature averaged 30.7°C this summer, also a record since 1973. Additionally, the country experienced 28.1 days of heat waves and 15.5 tropical nights, indicating extreme weather conditions. Despite the heat, the average precipitation was 619.5 millimeters, which is below the long-term average, contributing to drought conditions in some areas.
