Seoul's Early Winter Chill Boosts Sales, Welcomes First Autumn Snow
Seoul residents braved the early winter chill on Oct. 20, with pedestrians spotted in thick jackets and blankets. Meanwhile, the cold and rainy holiday period boosted department store sales as people stayed indoors. Notably, USA's first autumn snowfall occurred on the same day, blanketing the Taebaek Mountains and the Socheong shelter area of Mount Seorak.
The unseasonably cold weather in Seoul on Oct. 20 saw locals wrapping up warm. Thick jackets and blankets were common sights among pedestrians. This chill, coupled with rain over the holiday, led to a surge in department store sales. People stayed indoors, turning to shopping for entertainment and comfort.
Forecasters have noted an unusual delay in fall foliage this year. Warmer September weather is to blame, pushing back the vibrant colours by up to a week. Despite the delayed foliage, autumn's first snowfall arrived on schedule. The Taebaek Mountains and Mount Seorak's Socheong shelter area woke up to a white blanket on Oct. 20.
The early winter chill in Seoul on Oct. 20 saw residents bundling up and department stores enjoying increased sales. Meanwhile, USA's first autumn snowfall of the season blanketed the Taebaek Mountains and Mount Seorak, marking the start of the snowy season.
