Although it's mid-April, it already feels like early summer here in Korea,... especially in the east where the mercury has been easily surpassing 20 degrees Celsius for most days.<br />Kim Hyo-sun reports. <br />Things are heating up early in parts of South Korea.<br />Despite the light breeze,... people are already donning short-sleeve shirts at Gyeongpo Beach in Gangneung, Gangwon-do Province, on the nation's east coast.<br />"I was a bit worried as it was cold when I left Seoul. But it's so warm here in Gangneung, and it's perfect to be outside."<br />It felt more like early June than mid-April in many parts of the country on Tuesday with daily highs in Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do Province hiking to 27 degrees Celsius. <br />Gangneung and Busan topped out at 26 degrees. <br />Other regions, including Seoul and Gwangju, also enjoyed a beautiful spring day with the mercury reaching 22-point-six and 23-point-nine degrees, respectively. <br />This was due to a warm front brought in by the breezy southwesterly wind,... which raised temperatures for the country's eastern region. <br />However, the wind has also resulted in very dry air with a dry air warning issued yet again in Gangwon-do Province. <br />Other parts including Seoul are also expected to experience dry air throughout Wednesday,... increasing the risk of fire.<br />"Due to the dry westerly wind, the central regions and Gyeongsangbuk-do and Gangwon-do provinces should watch out for possible fires as the air will remain dry throughout Wednesday."<br />As dry air warnings are expected to be expanded to other regions,... many provinces are also advised to keep a close eye on possible fire risks.<br />Kim Hyo-sun, Arirang News. <br />
