Daegu sits in a basin along the Nakdong River in southeastern South Korea, one of the country’s warmer and traditionally drier major cities, though it still receives the bulk of its rain during the summer jangma season.
One of Korea’s traditionally hotter and drier major cities, Daegu still saw serious flooding in its underground subway system during a 2003 tragedy, and remains alert to sudden intense storms. The surrounding hills can funnel heavy rain into the Nakdong River basin quickly, and because the city sees less routine heavy rain than the coasts, an intense storm can still catch local drainage off guard. Learn more: Flash Flood Warning Signs on Radar · Open the full Rain Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Daegu right now?
The live radar map above shows precipitation over Daegu in real time. Blue shades indicate light rain, while yellow, orange, and red mark heavier downpours. If no colored echoes appear over Daegu, no significant rain is currently being detected.
How often does the Daegu rain radar update?
The radar refreshes continuously, typically every few minutes, so the map reflects current conditions rather than an hours-old forecast. Press play to animate the most recent frames.
Can I see if a storm is heading toward Daegu?
Yes. Press play on the radar to animate the last few hours of rainfall and watch which way rain cells over South Korea are moving – the clearest way to judge whether a shower will reach Daegu or pass by.
Is this Daegu rain radar free to use?
Yes, completely free – no account, app download, or sign-up required. It works in any browser on desktop and mobile.