Thailand Weather Updates
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Heavy rainfall warnings issued for Bangkok and 35 provinces as storms weaken
Heavy rainfall warnings have been issued for 36 provinces, including Bangkok, with a 60% chance of downpours today. The Thai Meteorological Department has also cautioned boat operators in the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand due to high waves amid weakening southwest monsoon conditions. The forecast for the next 24 hours shows a subtropical storm over the Andaman Sea…
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National Astronomical Research Institute forecasts today as longest day in Thailand
The National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand today announced that the Summer Solstice or ‘Srisamayan’ will result in the longest day and shortest night of the year. The Sun will pause at the highest point in the north today. The term ‘Solstice’ comes from the Indo-European word stice, meaning steady or pause. The Summer Solstice signifies the day when the…
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Heavy rain forecast for 30 provinces including Bangkok, fisherman warned amid rough seas
Today’s weather forecast warns of persistent heavy rainfall in 30 provinces, covering 40% of the area, including Bangkok. Moreover, the southern region will experience rough seas, prompting caution for fishermen. Today, the Thai Meteorological Department issued a 24-hour weather forecast. According to the forecast, a moderate southwest monsoon is currently covering the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand,…
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Thai weather warnings: 26 provinces face heavy rain, southern coast sees 2 metre waves
Rainfall is lessening nationwide today, but the Thai Meteorological Department warns that 26 provinces still face heavy rain and thunderstorm, affecting 40% of the area. The southern coastal region will experience waves higher than 2 metres during this time. The department forecasted that a moderate southwesterly monsoon will cover the Andaman Sea in Thailand and the Gulf of Thailand, combined…
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Southwest monsoon brings heavy rain, high waves to 42 Thai provinces; caution advised
A southwest monsoon covering the Andaman Sea and Thailand has led to heavy rain and high waves in 42 provinces, while Bangkok‘s rainy season is expected to bring downpours in some areas. The Thai Meteorological Department warns this weather pattern is expected to continue, with flash floods and high waves occurring, particularly in the east. “The southern westerly wind is…
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Rain Reigns: Meteorological Department’s warning of showers in 34 Thailand provinces
Heavy rain is forecast in 34 provinces across Thailand today with a 60% chance of precipitation in the northern region, warns the Meteorological Department. Coastal areas are experiencing high waves and boats are advised to be cautious in the storm-affected areas. Today, the Thai Meteorological Department made a 24-hour forecast suggesting that the southwest monsoon would continue to cover the…
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Heavy rainfall to hit 37 provinces: Stay alert for flash floods
Heavy rainfall is expected in 37 provinces across Thailand this week, with a 60% chance of precipitation, according to the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD). The country and parts of Bangkok are on alert for potential flash floods, prompting residents to exercise caution as accumulated rainfall increases the risk. These weather conditions are a result of low-pressure troughs affecting the northern…
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Heavy rain continues with flash flood warnings, residents urged to stay cautious
The Thai Meteorological Department issued a warning regarding continuous rainfall and possible flash floods, urging residents to stay cautious. The monsoon winds have caused heavy rainfall in various regions, with the eastern and western coastal areas facing a greater risk of flash floods and forest runoff. The report states that the monsoon troughs passing through the low-pressure area near Myanmar’s coastline,…
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Heavy rainfall warning: 70% of Thailand faces risk, 43 provinces affected
Continuous rainfall and flooding have led to warnings in 43 provinces in Thailand, affecting 70% of the region. The Thai Meteorological Department urged citizens to be cautious of potential dangers amidst the downpour, including landslides and flash floods. The heavy rainfall is a result of a strong monsoon trough passing through Myanmar, affecting parts of northern, northeastern, central, and eastern Thailand,…
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Drought hits Singburi: Turbo-charged pump aids fish, supports local agriculture
As drought continues in Thailand’s central Singburi province the a temple’s fish pond is experiencing a severe reduction in water levels, causing a shortage of oxygen for the fish. Consequently, the Pak Than Sub-district Administration Organisation (SAO) has urgently installed a turbo-charged pump to transfer water from a nearby canal into the pond, simultaneously supporting the aquatic life and allowing locals…
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Phuket orders small boats to stay ashore until Saturday amid heavy weather
In Phuket, a ban has been issued on boats shorter than 10 metres leaving the shore until Saturday, June 10, due to heavy weather conditions. The order, issued by Phuket Marine Office Chief Natchaphong Pranit, applies to all sailing and motor yachts up to 32.8 feet. The ban comes as a reminder of the importance of safety measures in the maritime industry,…
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Heavy rainfall to hit 54 provinces, Bangkok at risk of flash floods
Heavy rainfall and floods are expected to hit 54 provinces in Thailand, with a 70% chance of precipitation across the country, according to the Meteorological Department. Bangkok could face flash floods, while increased wave heights are predicted for the Andaman Sea today. The Meteorological Department’s 24-hour forecast predicts heavy rainfall and thunderstorms due to a trough of a low-pressure area…
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Heavy rainfall warning for 48 provinces – 70% of Bangkok areas affected
Heavy rainfall and strong winds are forecasted to hit 48 provinces across Thailand, with a 70% chance of precipitation in the Bangkok area. The Meteorological Department warns residents of potential flash floods and forest runoff, while waves up to 3 metres high are expected in coastal areas on June 6. The country’s adverse weather conditions are attributed to a combination…
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Thunderstorms hit Thailand: Heavy rainfall sparks flash flood warnings
The Thai Meteorological Department issued a warning for increased thunderstorms, affecting 37 provinces across the country, including Bangkok. Heavy rainfall is expected in several areas, potentially causing sudden flooding and flash floods, particularly in hilly regions and low-lying areas. The warning is a result of the southwest monsoon, intensified over the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand, as…
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Phuket Woman injured by falling tree amid severe weather warnings
A 44 year old Phuket woman was left unconscious after a tree fell on her motorcycle during heavy rain and strong winds in Phuket yesterday. Police were notified of the incident at around 10.30am. The incident took place on a small road leading to the sea gypsy village on Koh Siray, The Phuket News reported. The woman, identified as Duendem…
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Heavy rainfall warning: 33 provinces hit, 70% of South Thailand to be impacted
Heavy rainfall is expected in 33 provinces across Thailand, with the southern region facing a high risk of flash floods and landslides. The Thai Meteorological Department urges citizens to remain vigilant to sudden flooding from June 2 as 70% of the area is expected to experience torrential downpours. The department has issued a 24-hour weather forecast warning of thunderstorms and…
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Heavy rain warning across Thailand, strong winds raise flood risk
Heavy rain and flash floods are forecast across Thailand today with a 70% chance of Bangkok being affected. Compelling precautions, the Thai Meteorological Department has warned residents in at-risk areas. The Meteorological Department reports that for the next 24 hours, beginning from 6pm yesterday until 6pm today, heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected across the northern, central, and eastern regions…
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Typhoon Mawar lashes Taiwan’s coast, heads towards southern Japan
Typhoon Mawar battered Taiwan’s eastern coast with strong winds, heavy rains, and large waves today, causing residents in the fishing town of Yilan to secure their boats and homes. Despite losing some of its strength since hitting Guam last week, the slow-moving typhoon remained dangerous with maximum sustained winds of 155 kilometres per hour and gusts of up to 190…
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Bangkok deluge: Heavy rain floods city, prepares for monsoon season
Bangkok yesterday was hit by heavy rainfall, with Bang Khun Thian district receiving the most with 124 millimetres, causing flooding in seven locations. As the rainy season is imminent in Thailand, officials revealed they are prepared to support residents affected by the flooding. In the past 24 hours, several areas in Bangkok experienced moderate to heavy rain, with the Bang…
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Heavy rain benefits Thai farmers, boosts rice planting in Nakhon Ratchasima area
Heavy rains in Nakhon Ratchasima province have resulted in flooded fields, signalling good news for farmers who are now preparing the land for rice cultivation in the Phimai district. A forecast from the Lower Northeastern Meteorology Centre predicts continued downpours and strong gusts of wind in the region. Alongside this weather forecast, a low-pressure area spanning across Cambodia and the…
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Heavy rain and thunderstorms threaten 50 provinces, Bangkok braces for downpour
The Thai Meteorological Department warned of thunderstorms and strong winds in 50 provinces, including Bangkok, as weather conditions change due to low-pressure systems. From May 27-30, rainfall is expected to increase, and it could be heavy in some areas. Boats have been advised to exercise caution and avoid areas with thunderstorms. Today, the weather forecast for the next 24 hours is…
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Pattaya hit by floods as Thailand enters rainy season
Pattaya experienced significant flooding in various areas last night, following the official start of Thailand’s rainy season on Monday. The heavy downpour, which lasted for about an hour and was accompanied by strong winds, affected flood-prone locations such as Sukhumvit Road, South Pattaya Road, Pattaya Beach Road, Third Road near the Paniat Chang intersection, Moom Aroi intersection, and the road…
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Thailand faces sizzling heat, heavy rain, and health warnings
The Thai Meteorological Department predicts sizzling heat and heavy rain and warns residents to take care of their health. This morning, the Meteorological Department issued a weather forecast for the next 24 hours, warning that the northern parts of Thailand may experience scorching temperatures with partly cloudy skies during the daytime. Some areas may experience heavy rain and thunderstorms. Residents are…
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Heavy rain and thunderstorms forecasted across parts of Thailand
The weather forecast for Thailand over the next 24 hours shows that westerly winds will continue to dominate the northern region, leading to reduced rainfall. However, there will still be sporadic thundershowers in some areas. Meanwhile, northwesterly and southwesterly winds will prevail over the Andaman Sea, the southern region, and the Gulf of Thailand, resulting in increased intensity of thundershowers and…
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Today’s summer storm forecast, Thais warned of heavy rain, strong wind and hail
Today, Thailand’s Meteorological Department forecasted a 24-hour weather outlook, with the northern region experiencing summer storms characterised by thunderstorms, strong winds, and isolated hail. Some areas may also experience lightning. Residents in these regions are advised to exercise caution during summer storms, avoiding open spaces, large trees, weak structures, and billboards. It is also recommended to avoid wearing metallic items…
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Pattaya and eastern region weather: Hot with haze and isolated thundershowers
In the coming days, Pattaya and Thailand’s eastern region are expected to experience hot weather with haze and occasional thundershowers. In various areas, very hot conditions are predicted, with thundershowers likely to occur in Prachinburi, Chanthaburi, Chon Buri (Pattaya), and Trat. Residents can expect minimum temperatures of 26 to 30 degrees Celsius and maximum temperatures of 35-40°C. Southwesterly winds of…
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Today’s weather forecast for Thailand: Hot temperatures and health precautions
The Thai Meteorological Department forecasted that temperatures in Thailand will generally be hot today (Sunday), accompanied by partly cloudy skies during the day. Certain areas in the northern part of the country are expected to experience scorching heat. Citizens were requested to take care of their health and watch for heatstroke caused by the intense weather conditions. This situation has…
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Two storms to hit Thailand affecting Election Day, warns disaster centre
Rangsit University’s Climate Change and Disaster Centre expects two storms are set to hit Thailand next week, with potential impacts on General Election Day, May 14. The centre’s director, Seri Suparatit, revealed in a Facebook post yesterday that two storms – one originating in the Indian Ocean and the other in the South China Sea – are moving towards Thailand.…
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Rare strong winds topple tree at Doi Suthep temple, causing panic among visitors
A rare windstorm, known locally as “Lom Luang“, surprised tourists and monks when it struck Doi Suthep Temple in Chiang Mai, resulting in a large tree collapsing across the Naga staircase. The incident occurred at 4pm today, when the forceful winds swept through the summit, causing a large red tree, big enough for three people to hug, to fall, blocking…
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Thunderstorms predicted for Pattaya and eastern regions
Fairly widespread thunderstorms are expected, with gusty winds and isolated hail primarily impacting the regions of Nakhon Nayok, Prachinburi, Sa Kaeo, Chachoengsao, Chon Buri (Pattaya), Rayong, Chanthaburi, and Trat. The minimum temperature for these areas will range between 25-28 degrees Celsius while the maximum temperature will be between 30-34°C. Southeasterly winds will be blowing at speeds of 10-30 kilometres per…
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