When the Weather Is Fine

I think I found my peace

I will never forget the fact that I started watching this drama just because was airing and I already finished all of the ones that I planned to watched and then everything changed. I completely fell in love with the story and the cast. It really feels that the development of every character is brought to their maximum. It didn't need the drama side that usually exists in every one of the episodes to catch our attention. The truth is that I felt that the drama has a really soft side and they did a wonderful work not forgetting to show us the real thing about the thoughts and feelings of everyone.

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I watched this when it first aired in 2020, at the time I was 19 and still in uni, I too thought this was slowpaced, didn't really understand why everything was so drawn out, and I thought the drama was interesting but not life changing/memorable, I rated it a 7.5 back then. Only this week I decided to come back and re-watch it, in 2025 and now being 24 years old.

Now maybe it's because it's been a few years and i've grown and learnt ( and also have completely forgotten the plot)- this drama holds much more of a special meaning, and was 10x more captivating to me. The way it showcases bonds between family, between lovers, between two people that were technically strangers but had such an intertwined fate with each other from the begining- is so beautiful. I found myself crying multiple times through this and really being led through an emotional rollercoaster.

The first thing I want to mention is the character of im-hwi. She was hands down the BEST part of this drama. The way she rides round on her bike telling everyone to 'move out the way!", her unwavering and unapolagetically outgoing personality brightend up every scene she was in. The way she was so sure of herself, and the fact that she didn't care about what others thought of her, made me think "damn I wish I was that cool when I was her age". The scene she played with her brother when she thought he wouldn't come back was also so sweet to me, the way she displays concern and worry but also that of a typical teenager- was brilliant. Hats off to the writers for such an amazing character, I loved her so much and every scene she was in made me laugh out loud.

The way seo-kang Joon displays his want for the FL- the way he plays his character of 'wanting to belong'and 'not wanting to be left behind' is so heartbreaking but so beautiful. I found his story to be so lonely, and so sad, and I found myself wishing for his happiness the whole time. Even though it was implied multiple times that the FL may end up leaving, the way thier relationship was showcased sort of left you feeling a bit like "hmmm will she stay after all?" I found his acting to be so convincing and believable- the way it felt like you could sort of sense the fact that he was just waiting for her to leave him. The scene where she broke the news to him was even more saddening because he expected this, and just accepted it without saying a single word, it's very true to his character. The actor did an excellent job- the casting was amazing for this role.

The other realtionship dynamic that made me really sob was that of the FL's mum and her sister. It poses the question "what are you able to do for the people you truly love", and made me think about what I would do if I saw my own sister going through abuse- or the other way round- if my sister did something she shouldn't have. The way the aunt displays her guilt throughout the last few episodes- over what she has done, and how she can't come to live with herself for that- was also an amazing display of acting.

Next thing I want to mention is about the character of bo-young. I must say, the writers did a really good job in making me hate her. I really found myself annyoed by a lot of her actions, and the way she was so entitled to 'being forgiven' or feeling like she deserves to have her apology accepted. The main FL was right in being mad/not forgiving her- that was her choice to make and she doesn't owe anyone grace, especially for what she went throughin highschool. Towards the end- I sort of understood what bo-young meant about wanting to be forgiven after all. The idea that people hurt each other all the time in relationships- and 'can a relationship not have cracks? A table doesn't have to be perfect for you to sit on it'- makes sense, and deep bonds between two people can be broken but re-kindled. It was a bittersweet moment- because after all I still think that what she did was pretty petty, her actions after of climbing that mountain just for eun-seops attention was also kinda crazy. I wish they showcased her begging a bit more, and being less nonchalant about the whole thing, after all trust is something that should be earned back- and I felt like FL forgave her too quickly in the end without bo-young grovelling enough.

The character of the FL didn't really resonate with me as much as the others did, although I understood her emotions and reasonings behind everything, she was a well written character but I don't particularly feel excited/amazed by her performance as much as some of the other actors in this drama.

Last thing I want to mention is the soundtrack- I give it a 10/10. The sad violin made me want to cry during the emotional parts, I really felt like it added to the atmosphere of the drama.
Overall A great show- amazing characters and acting, I really enjoyed this drama.

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This drama totally deserves the perfect score I've gave. I see that there're variety of reviews for this drama. Some like it, some don't. Many would find this drama slow and maybe boring, but for me, this is the kind of drama that can melt you (me personally) and it touched your heart (my heart), the cinematography helps a lot. Not many conflict, no misunderstanding that lead the MC into separation. They did broke up at some point, but you'll understand why she did it. It's not because 'I love you but we need to break up for your sake' type of thing, but it's because the FL needs it to cope with the situation that happened to her family. They have trauma of their own and they need to overcome it. To be honest, for their break up plot, I do think that it's not that necessary, but once I think deeper into the FL situation, it's acceptable.

This is a slice of life drama, the two of them together confronts their past. The romance were heartwarming and without me realising, I've fall deep into SKJ charm thru his eyes, his beautiful eyes. I can't help but to feel the pain he is feeling. Without a doubt, he successfully gained my attention. There are some cliché part such as rivalry between high school, used to be, best friend on getting the guy they like at present time. It was told that the friend likes the guy since high school and they've live in the same city ever since. But for some reason, that's only known to the friend, she never made her move until the FL comes back to the city. Suddenly, after the FL's arrival, she felt threaten and try her best to make the guy hers. She tried to snatch the guy from FL's side. But this cliché part does not affect my love for this drama because the main couple handled their problems together so as to prevent misunderstanding.

This is not a perfect drama, but this is a great drama for me. It's hard to find decent drama now, there're tons of drama but not many with good quality like this one. I must say that the after effect from this drama is heavy, you'll find yourself missing Im Eun Seob. So, brace yourself fellow drama lovers!

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"Can you come to me, and hug me? So, I can hug you too. So, we can stay warm like this forever."

This show is exactly like the warm cup of coffee that Eun Seop keeps on making throughout the show. It may have heartbreaking and sad moments, but the ray of hope never disappeared. Maybe it's that ray of hope that made this weather fine.
Although yes, a warning, this show is a slow burn melodrama. The themes are very relaxed and laid back. That is not to say that the themes aren't serious or important. In fact, it totally the other way round. But if you need something to just binge, that'll have unrealistic twists and turns, and k-drama cliches, and rom-com fluffy moments. This isn't the one for you. This keeps it very real.

"Trust is like a glass. Once broken, even if you fix it, the cracks will forever remain."
"It can't even have a single crack? Even the table you're sitting on, even if it has a crack, you can still use it to serve food. It's only natural for things to get wear and tear with time. There's no such thing as a perfect relationship. What's wrong with a little crack? And, what's wrong with hurting each other's feelings a little? No one is perfect. That's why we do things we have to apologize for, say sorry, and then, mend things. That's how life goes."

I loved this quote, because I've heard and lived by the first quote. But the answer to it was quite unexpected and made me really think. What's wrong with a little crack?

The show is about imperfect humans and them making mistakes that they'd have to apologize for and then mending things. (Though I still think that Myeong Yeo made no mistake. That was no crime to me.) But that is what life is!

The only critique I have is that the second half of the drama dragged a little and the same revelation was done too many time that had me thinking, "yeah we already know this, can we move on?" Apart from that, I loved everything about it.

I hope you give this drama a chance, and enjoy it as much as I did.

With this, everyone, I wish you Goodnight! :)

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Storyline, actors music...love them all!

Love for family, friends and lovers have been conveyed ever so effectively. Definitely touched my heart. I have to rewatch some scenes because I just want to! Love the simplicity and rawness of emotions. I found the character of Lim Whi fun, real, and endearing. I mean all actors did so very well! The setting was in winter but this drama exudes so much warmth, love, and kindness.

Loved all the characters. Seo kang joon was soooo attractive in his role. So enigmatic and subdued. Sooo consistent in his acting. His character Eun sop is the kind of guy you want for a son, a brother, a friend, a book club member, a neighbor, and of course a lover. He is too good to be true! I just want to keep looking at him though...sigh.

Thank you. This drama made me happy.

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It is very deep, heavy story, coated into warm and cozy feeling, but as winter brings snow storms , it resembles the life , after a winter the lovely , light as it takes some burdens away spring comes after. It will always knock onto our doors just sometimes it takes time to reach , this story resembles it's very well.

Actors are very good associated with their roles, You can feel like actually fitting in the scenery.
Delicate love story between Hero and the Heroine is like a true life love which many dream about. Eyes which look at Us with love , which doesn't held anything behind , They will welcome You whenever You are ready .

Overall very beautiful story, with a warm heart I recomend this story .

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I was so excited for this drama because of park min young and seo kang joon, they're one of the best in kdrama world. And i was not disappointed at all. Indeed, they have a very good chemistry. For some, they might find this drama a bit boring, maybe because of the setting, which took place in one of the far province of south korea. The background music were mostly very mellow and because most of the scenes were inside a bookstore and it revolves mostly on the people who loves to read books and poems that is why some may find it uninteresting. But for me, that's exactly what the drama should be. Mellow, simple, unpredictable. The dramatic pace of the drama is just about in its right timing. I love how the writer unfolded the love that has been hidden for years and the secret concealed on the expressionless face. The drama taught us a few lessons in life. Forgiveness, sacrifices you can give for a loved-one, second chances and patience. It all pays off in the end. The other characters on the drama were all great as well, they were the balance of the very serious well-mannered character of seo kang joon. Thank you for giving the audiences another good drama, KOREA.

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A Cozy Melodrama about Finding Happiness

This series is a slow-burn romance that isn't afraid to take time to show you little moments like watching the main character make coffee. But don't be mistaken: these scenes don't feel like wasted time and instead feel like they are immersing you into the slow pace of country side life and showing you the methodical level of care that the characters in the story have for their passions in life.

Story: At its core, the drama is about finding happiness in the midst of exploring love, finding understanding and forgiveness, and living with mistakes and challenges. Each episode shows the viewer just a little bit more about the situations that the characters have to face or the key events that have shaped their personality. My only complaint is the ending: it wraps up everything ALMOST nicely, but it feels like they could have used just one more episode to fully flesh out the transition to the conclusion of the story. Other than that, everything falls into place.

Acting: Subtlety is the name of the game for this show. The characters have really "normal" conversations with each other, and although the show does indulge itself with some dramatic monologues, all of it fits into a construction of the melodrama. To this end, I feel the actors did a great job -- Kim Hwan Hee especially deserves a shout out for being a very convincing free-spirited, capricious, young girl. But otherwise Park Min Young and Seo Kang Joon played their characters well -- you won't see them agonizing over some Makjang plot but you will see them be appropriately sad, happy, and frustrated.

Music: The OST is very fitting for this kind of show. One track uses an accordion, which I felt somehow gave me a rural feel, which is fitting for the setting. You won't find any fast paced, KPop idol songs here, but more ballads and slow tracks.

Rewatch Value: I don't think this show is the type where you will instantly go back and rewatch it, but I think you will indulge yourself if you are in the mood for a "feel good" show.

Overall, I think this series was very good. It's hard for me to find serious faults with it -- it knows what it is and it delivers a satisfying melodrama.

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Repressed Emotions Delay Happiness!

Finally, a kdrama where I’m not having heart palpitations in every episode because of scary situations, violence, or love triangles getting overly messy. I felt that this was a wonderful slow walk through the garden. It also highlighted the impact of domestic abuse. Clearly, if it is part of this series, it must be an issue in Korea, and I’ve read is an issue in Korea. Hopefully the series will help to bring the issue to people’s attention. However, like most kdramas, the problems of the main characters evolve from lack of communication. After I watched the scene at the high school reunion where they ask who liked whom in high school and ML (Im Eun Sub) says he liked FL (Mok Hae Won) and then he goes home and is totally embarrassed when she knocks on the door, I was actually laughing to myself. In the US, the scenario could have played out like this: Boy admits he likes girl. Girl texts him later and says something like, “So, did you really like me in HS or were you just saying that?” Boy replies, “I really did—didn’t you know?” She says “Hmmmm…well, that’s good to know, I thought that might have been the case.” He says, “Do you want to meet tomorrow?” She says, “OK, text me tomorrow.” They then proceed to date and either it works or it doesn’t! No weeks of trying to figure out feelings, etc. The American boy might have been a little embarrassed to admit that he liked her in high school but he might have also been a bit happy to admit this to everyone. I know--there are plenty of Americans with communication issues, etc. but almost every kdrama is based on buried feelings so just worth noting!

This brings up an issue for me which is really beginning to concern me about these kdramas (haha!) which is that people don’t seem to be able to identify their true feelings or understand how their lack of understanding emotions impact themselves or those around them. Of course, without these conflicts, then the kdramas wouldn't last as many episodes as they do! They'd probably be 4 episodes! Even so, why couldn't the mother see that she was destroying her daughter by not communicating? That made me so sad? Why didn’t Im Eun Sub ever talk to Mok Hae Won during high school? That was weird. Why did Aunt Shim Myung Yeo act cold to Mok Hae Won, even though she was warmer than mom was? Granted, she was willing to commit suicide with her niece in the river although we find out later that it was more to relieve her own guilt than to commiserate with Mok Hae Won. Why didn’t Mok Hae Won’s best friend apologize at school? Why, why, why? Too many repressed emotions!!!!!! There were two bright lights in terms of people who were strong mentally -- Im Hwi, ML's sister, and Lee Jan Woo--ML's friend. Im Hwi was a bit of a show stealer because she wore her emotions on her sleeve. Loved it! Lee Jan Woo was hilarious, even though he had a stammering/stuttering problem whenever he was flustered. In any case, in the US, both Mok Hae Won AND Im Eun Sub would have most likely been in therapy during high school. I guess therapy's not a thing in Korea,( according to some subber comments I saw when watching) which is really unfortunate. Even so, as per required by kdrama law, both Im Eun Sob and Mok Hae Won seemed to finally get their bearings and be on the road to healthier mental states. And, all in all, even though I have spent two paragraphs enumerating my concerns about mental health, the show really was beautiful--showing the bonds of community and the consistency of love.

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Most Calming drama series

For me this drama is perfect if you want something new, calming the ost, the background sound its all perfect.. The character fitted to the cast.. Song kang joon and park min young looks good together well park min young is queen of chemistry im not surprise.. And also the story goes so well, they built the story since episode 1 they deliver it on how is this and how is that happened.. And also the poetic type of story when we know. Nowadayswhen everything is instant this series show how beautiful and important to read books and read poems.. I really love this series...Kudos to the cast...

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A true love story

So. This is probably taking the place as being my favorite drama. This is not a fast-paced drama. It's a slow, steady, soulful drama. To me, this is a real love story. The characters aren't perfect. None of them are particularly spectacular in any way. They're all very normal characters overall. The plot also follows very normal people, with the exception being the one big subplot. But again, I love that this drama doesn't focus so much on that as it does the development of people. This is a drama that you can really watch and maybe even see some of yourself in it. It isn't fantastical in any way... and I think that's what makes it perfect. Make sure to read the journal entries at the end of every episode!

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Lovely Drama

Such a Lovely and Heartwarming Drama. Loved it. Storyline was Amusing and beautifully written. Beautiful scenes of country side and winter will definitely give different vibe.
Park min young and Seok kang joon was perfect for their roles... & Their heart fluttering romance was so interesting. Kim Hwan Hee, I must say she was the lively character in this drama and her character was literally interesting.
This one is not only based on Love story but more than that. If you like you watch Slow pace story and simplicity than this drama is for you. Must watch.
🤗❤️

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