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 unfolded due to low atmospheric pressure caused by the heat enveloping the upper parts of Thailand. At the same time, westerly and southwesterly winds continue to blow across the country, leading to isolated rain showers and strong gusts of winds at certain places. Locals were reminded to be cautious of the dangers posed by thunderstorms and powerful gusts.
The westerly and southwesterly winds also affect the Andaman Sea, southern Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand, causing the south to experience continuous rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms. Waves in the Andaman Sea are estimated to be around one metre high, while areas with thunderstorms may have swells of more than one metre. Boaters were advised to be cautious and avoid sailing in storm-affected areas.
Meanwhile, a high-pressure system accompanied by a mass of cool air from China is expanding to cover southern China, and is expected to spread over northern Thailand and the South China Sea during the period of April 8 to 10. The southwesterly and southeasterly winds will bring humidity from the Gulf of Thailand and the South China Sea, forming the upper part of Thailand’s summer storm. This will result in thunderstorms, heavy winds, and hail in some areas, potentially causing lightning strikes. The northeastern region is expected to be affected first, followed by other regions at a later stage.
Regarding air pollution levels, most parts of Thailand are currently experiencing low levels of dust and smog accumulation, due to good air circulation. However, the northern and upper northeastern regions report higher levels of particles and smog due to smaller amounts of rain and poor air circulation.
In the weather forecast for Thailand from 6am today to 6am tomorrow:
Northern region: Weather will be hot to extremely hot throughout the region with daytime partly cloudy conditions. There will be a 10% chance of thunderstorms and strong winds in some areas, particularly in Mae Hong Son, Tak, Uttaradit, and Phetchaboon provinces. The lowest temperatures will be between 25-29°C, while the highest temperatures will range from 39 to 43°C. Southwesterly winds will be blowing at speeds of 10 to 20 kilometres per hour.
Northeastern region: Weather will be very hot throughout the region, along with 30% chances of thunderstorms and heavy rain in provinces such as Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom, Kalasin, Mukdahan, Yasothon, Amnat Charoen, Sisaket, and Ubon Ratchathani. The temperatures range from 27-30°C at the lowest point, to 39-43°C at the highest. Southwesterly winds will be blowing at speeds of 10-20km/h.
Central region: Weather will be extremely hot, with a 10% chance of thunderstorms, mostly in Kanchanaburi and Ratchaburi provinces. The lowest temperatures will be between 26-29°C, while the highest temperatures will range from 39-42°C. Southwesterly winds are expected to blow at speeds of 10-20km/h.
Eastern region: Weather will be generally hot, with some areas experiencing scorching temperatures. Additionally, there will be a 10% chance of thunderstorms in provinces such as Prachinburi, Sa Kaeo, Chanthaburi, and Trat. The lowest temperatures will be between 26-30°C, while the highest temperatures will range from 35-40°C. Southwesterly winds will be blowing at speeds of 10-30km/h. Waves in the sea will be less than one metre high, with more than one metre high swells in areas of thunderstorms.
Southern region (eastern parts): Weather will be hot during the day, with a 20% chance of thunderstorms in provinces such as Surat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phatthalung, Songkhla, Yala, and Narathiwat. The lowest temperatures will be between 24 to 28°C, while the highest temperatures will range from 34 to 39°C. Southwesterly winds will be blowing at speeds of 10 to 30 kilometres per hour. Waves in the sea will be less than one metre high, with more than one metre high swells in areas of thunderstorms.
Southern region (western parts): Generally scorching weather with a 40% chance of thunderstorms in provinces such as Phang Nga, Phuket, Krabi, Trang, and Satun. The lowest temperatures will be between 25 and 28°C, while the highest temperatures will range from 34-37°C. Westerly winds will be blowing at speeds of 15 to 30 kilometres per hour. Waves in the sea will be about one metre high, with more than one metre high swells in areas of thunderstorms.
Bangkok and surrounding provinces: Extremely hot weather with partly cloudy skies during the day. The lowest temperatures will be between 28 to 30°C, while the highest temperatures will range from 35 to 40°C. Southwesterly winds will be blowing at speeds of 10 to 20 kilometres per hour.
