South Korea Hits All-Time High of 42.5°C, Shattering 122-Year Record

Yangsan, South Korea reached 42.5°C on August 2, 2026 — the highest temperature recorded since modern observations began in 1904, per the Korea Meteorological Administration. It was the fifth straight day above 40°C in the city. The return of El Niño in 2026 is amplifying Pacific warming alongside longer-term climate trends.