Heavy downpours and powerful winds batter Jeju Island, causing delays in air and sea transportation.
ński On a Rainy Day in Jeju City
May 9, 2025, paint Jeju City with a soggy hue as torrential rain swept through the island. The rain was no mere drizzle; it packed a punch, accompanied by fierce winds that wreaked havoc on air and sea travel [Enrichment Data: NEWS1]. The Jeju Meteorological Administration warned residents of mountainous and southern regions to brace for heavy rain, and higher elevations were urged to batten down the hatches against the howling winds [Enrichment Data: NEWS2].
While the rest of the country was inundated with almost 50 millimeters of rain, Jeju City managed to skate by with a mere 3.5 millimeters as of 8 a.m. [Enrichment Data: NEWS1]. But beware, fair travelers, for the rain isn't done with us just yet. As we dodge puddles and shiver in our raincoats, we can look forward to occasional showers over the following days, with the intensity decreasing [Enrichment Data: NEWS3].
But don't pack away your slickers just yet! The weather forecast for the week ahead predicts continuous rainfall, with a chillier-than-usual feel across the country [Enrichment Data: NEWS4]. The capital region and inland areas of Gangwon Province are expected to cop up to 5-30 millimeters and 5-20 millimeters of rain, respectively, while Jeju will see a bit less rainfall, around 5-10 millimeters [Enrichment Data: NEWS4]. So, there you have it! Get comfortable in your drizzle-resistant gear and embrace the Korean summer... or rain-fall.
Tourists braved the elements at Jeolmul Natural Recreation Forest on May 9. [Enrichment Data: NEWS1]
As the rain continues to pour and the mercury dips, rain-soaked travelers can take solace in the fact that the culinary delights awaiting them at the Jeju Food & Wine Festival will warm their hearts and bellies [Enrichment Data: NEWS5]. Or, perhaps, explore Jeju's skies from the comfort of your seat as Jeju Air launches a new route to Hakodate and expands its services to other Japanese destinations [Enrichment Data: NEWS6]. Whatever floats your boat... or raft, I suppose.
- Despite the challenges posed by the rain and the weather conditions on May 9 in Jeju City, international travelers braved the elements at Jeolmul Natural Recreation Forest.
- The international industry of travel and tourism might face challenges due to the continuous rainfall predicted in Korea for the week ahead, but there are still options available for travelers, such as exploring Jeju's skies from Jeju Air's expanded services to Japanese destinations.
- The Jeju Food & Wine Festival, a cultural event in the international sphere, offers a respite for rain-soaked travelers, providing warmth to their hearts and bellies during the chilly weather.
- The international community might take notice of the weather-forecasting developments in the Korean meteorological industry, in light of the continuous rain and cooler-than-usual temperatures expected in the coming week.
