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Summary:

The article reports that South Korea will experience a sharp return to winter weather on Christmas Day (Thursday, December 25th, 2025). Temperatures will plummet, with most areas falling below freezing. Strong winds will exacerbate the cold, making it feel even colder. Rain or snow is expected in the western regions, particularly the coast, and on Jeju Island, creating hazardous icy conditions. The article also mentions a pre-Christmas volunteer event in Songpa-gu, Seoul, where young volunteers dressed as Santa Claus visited underprivileged neighbors.

News Article:

South Korea Braces for Frigid Christmas; Icy Conditions Expected

Seoul, South Korea – December 24, 2025 – South Korea is preparing for a sharp and sudden return to winter conditions this Christmas Day, according to the Korea Meteorological Administration. After a brief respite, a cold front is expected to sweep across the nation, bringing with it plummeting temperatures, strong winds, and a high risk of ice formation.

The mercury is forecast to drop dramatically, with morning lows ranging from -9 to 3 degrees Celsius across the country, and daytime highs struggling to reach -3 to 8 degrees Celsius. Strong winds will make the ‘feels like’ temperature significantly lower, creating dangerously cold conditions.

The western coastal regions of Chungnam and Jeolla, as well as Jeju Island, are expected to see rain or snow beginning in the afternoon, further increasing the risk of treacherous icy patches and black ice on roads and walkways. Authorities are urging drivers and pedestrians to exercise extreme caution.

“Temperatures will fall by more than 5 degrees Celsius compared to the previous day, and the wind will be strong, so the perceived temperature will be even lower than the actual temperature,” said a spokesperson for the Meteorological Administration.

Despite the impending cold snap, communities across South Korea are embracing the spirit of the season. Yesterday, in Seoul’s Songpa-gu district, a group of young volunteers dressed as Santa Claus participated in the “Jamsil Santa Is Coming” program, delivering cheer and assistance to underprivileged neighbors before the holiday.

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