A wave of winter hit Seoul with a record snowfall, captivating visitors and causing challenges for locals as they navigated the city streets blanketed in snow.
Record Snowfall Transforms Seoul into Winter Wonderland
Record Snowfall Transforms Seoul into Winter Wonderland
Seoul experiences the heaviest November snowfall in over a century, enchanting tourists and disrupting daily routines.
On November 27, 2024, Seoul was met with an unprecedented record of snowfall, marking the heaviest November precipitation in the city since 1907. This abrupt transition to winter came as a surprise for many, particularly tourists who had come to enjoy the vibrant autumn foliage. Christine Domingo, a tourist from Manila, noted her unexpected delight as she donned multiple layers and ventured towards Namsan, one of Seoul's picturesque mountain peaks, to enjoy the wintry scene.
By the morning, approximately 6.5 inches of snow had accumulated, exceeding the previous November record of 4.9 inches set in 1972. A heavy snow warning had been issued, with some areas experiencing up to eight inches of snowfall. The flurries began around midnight, continuing into the day, transforming Seoul into a winter wonderland and creating both an enchanting atmosphere for visitors and significant inconveniences for its residents.
By the morning, approximately 6.5 inches of snow had accumulated, exceeding the previous November record of 4.9 inches set in 1972. A heavy snow warning had been issued, with some areas experiencing up to eight inches of snowfall. The flurries began around midnight, continuing into the day, transforming Seoul into a winter wonderland and creating both an enchanting atmosphere for visitors and significant inconveniences for its residents.
