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South Korea autumn foliage peak delayed by rising temperatures
Autumn foliage in South Korea is expected to reach its peak later than usual this year due to unseasonably high temperatures in early autumn. Experts attribute this delay to climate change and rising temperature trends.
According to various agencies, the timing of the peak varies by mountain and measurement standard. The Korea Meteorological Administration defines the peak as when 80% of a mountain is colored, while the Korea Forest Service considers it reached when 50% of leaves are colored. For example, Seoraksan reached its peak on October 16, one day earlier than the average year, while other major mountains like Palgongsan are expected to peak later in November.
National agencies have released maps and guides to help tourists plan visits. The Korea Tourism Organization and the Korea Forest Service have identified 36 major autumn spots, including coastal driving routes along the East, West, and South Seas, which offer different timing for foliage viewing from late October through mid-November.
Entities
Korea Forest Service · Korea Meteorological Administration · Odaesan · Palgongsan · Seoraksan
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The delay in foliage peak is a result of rising temperatures and climate change. www.hidomin.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The peak for maple trees is predicted for October 31. www.joseilbo.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The peak for ginkgo trees is predicted for October 30. www.joseilbo.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The peak of autumn foliage at Seoraksan occurred on October 16, one day earlier than the average year. www.hidomin.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The peak for oak trees is predicted for October 31. www.joseilbo.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The first autumn foliage was observed at Bukhansan, Jirisan, and Hallasan on October 14. www.joseilbo.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The peak for maple trees nationwide is expected on October 31. www.imaeil.com · www.joseilbo.com