장마

jangma · Monsoon season (jangma)

When

Usually from late June to late July in central Korea.

How it feels

Long spells of heavy rain and sticky humidity, with breaks in between.

What to wear

Rain boots or sandals, a sturdy umbrella, quick-drying clothes.

What people do

Pajeon and makgeolli on rainy days, dehumidifiers running at home.

What people say

• 장마가 시작됐대요.jangmaga sijakdwaetdaeyo.They say the monsoon season has started.
• 비 오는 날엔 파전이지.bi oneun naren pajeoniji.Rainy days mean pajeon.

Temperatures are rough ranges for central Korea (around Seoul); the south and Jeju are milder, the mountains colder.