Korvibe: Discover Korea Like a Local

  Mastering Korean weather is all about having the right gear: a KF94 mask for dust, a transparent umbrella for sudden rain, and a portable fan to beat the heat! 🌦️ The Korea Survival Guide #16. Weather & Air Quality: Surviving Fine Dust and the 'Magic' Umbrella Welcome back to The Korea Survival Guide ! In our last post, we discussed the "Sound of Silence" on Korean public transportation. Today, we are moving from the subway to the streets. South Korea is a beautiful country with four distinct seasons. However, the weather can be tricky. From sudden rain showers to "fine dust" (air pollution), being prepared is the key to a happy trip. Here is how you can survive the Korean elements like a local. 1. The Invisible Guest: Fine Dust (Mise-Mise) Sometimes in Korea, the sky looks grey or hazy even when it is not cloudy. This is often Fine Dust (Mise-meon-ji) . It is a type of air pollution that can be bad for your health if you breathe it in for a long time...