Thailand Weather Updates
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Chiang Mai tourists embrace 10 degrees cold snap
Chiang Mai is experiencing a significant drop in temperature, with the renowned Doi Inthanon registering a chilly 10 degrees Celsius (°C). Tourists are flocking to the area to enjoy the cold weather, despite warnings from the Northern Meteorological Centre about possible thunderstorms and weather changes that could impact health. The weather in Chiang Mai remains cold and overcast with intermittent…
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Heavy rain warning for 25 Thai provinces amid monsoon conditions
Heavy rain is expected to hit 25 provinces across Thailand, with the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issuing a warning due to monsoon troughs today. Bangkok is among the affected areas, and residents are urged to be cautious of flash floods and overflowing streams. The TMD forecast indicates that the monsoon trough is currently affecting the southern part of Thailand. This,…
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Heavy rain and flash flood warnings for southern Thailand
Heavy rain is set to lash the southern regions of Thailand, prompting the Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) to issue warnings of flash floods and overflowing mountain streams in ten provinces. Meanwhile, the northern areas will experience a drop in temperatures. The TMD forecasted weather conditions for the next 24 hours, highlighting that a high-pressure system from China is extending over…
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Cold air from China brings chill to Thailand’s north
Thailand is experiencing a significant weather shift as strong cold air masses from China are causing temperatures to drop across the northern and upper southern regions. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued warnings regarding heavy rainfall in the south, urging residents to be cautious of potential flash floods and landslides. The current weather forecast predicts that the cold air mass…
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Thailand braces for cooler temperatures and heavy rain
Thailand is experiencing fluctuating weather patterns, leading to temperatures dropping by 2 to 4 degrees Celsius (°C) in the northern and northeastern regions. Meanwhile, heavy rain is expected in parts of the central, eastern, and southern areas, with high waves in the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea. The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued a forecast for the next 24…
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Stormy skies ahead: It’s raining warnings and waves in Thailand
The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued a fresh warning about cold weather and heavy rainfall expected to hit 33 provinces in Thailand, including Bangkok, with the southern regions forecasted to experience severe storms across 60% of the area. Sea waves could exceed 2 metres in height. Thailand is bracing for significant weather changes as a high-pressure system or weak…
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Thailand weather: Cooler north, rain in central and southern regions
Thailand sees a shift in weather patterns, experiencing a noticeable drop in temperatures in the northern and northeastern regions, while the central and eastern parts continue to see scattered rain. The southern region faces strong winds and heavy downpours. The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) forecasts weather conditions for the next 24 hours, predicting cool mornings in the upper northern…
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Trami’s tempest: Storm brews up a windy welcome for Thailand
The Meteorology Department of Thailand (TMD) dished out the latest lowdown on Tropical Storm Trami, as it aims to swoop on Thailand’s northeastern and eastern regions with blustery winds and rain. Currently swirling near Vietnam’s central coast, Trami is edging back towards the South China Sea, losing steam thanks to a cold air mass blocking its advance into Thailand. Expect…
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Tropical storm Trami to drench 31 provinces in Thailand today
A severe tropical storm, Trami, is set to bring heavy rain and potential flooding to 31 provinces across Thailand today, October 26, with 40% of the areas expected to experience significant rainfall. The Meteorological Department has issued a weather forecast, warning of the tropical storm’s impact over the next 24 hours. Strong northwesterly and northeasterly winds are sweeping across the…
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Rain check: Bangkok drizzles, South Thailand braces for downpour
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a weather warning, highlighting light rain in Bangkok and its vicinity, the central region, and the east, while the south braces for heavy rainfall affecting 60% of the area. The TMD forecasts the next 24 hours, noting that the high-pressure area or cold air mass covering the upper northern and northeastern regions has weakened.…
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Thailand braces for tropical storm and cool winds in 24 provinces
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a weather warning today, October 24, highlighting heavy rain in 24 provinces and urging vigilance regarding the powerful tropical storm Trami. Northern Thailand will experience cool weather and strong winds, while the southern seas will see high waves. The weather forecast for the next 24 hours indicates that upper Thailand will have minimal rainfall,…
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Cooler weather in north Thailand, rain persists in Bangkok
Weather conditions in Thailand are changing, with cooler temperatures in the north and northeast, while Bangkok and the east continue to experience rain. The Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand face moderate waves. Travellers to the Philippines should check the weather before departing. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) forecasted the next 24 hours from today, October 23, indicating that…
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Heavy rain expected in 32 provinces with 70% of Bangkok affected
Today’s weather forecast from the Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) predicts heavy rain across 32 provinces, with Bangkok expected to experience downpours over 70% of its area. Citizens are advised to stay alert for potential flash floods and forest runoff. The TMD issued a weather forecast for the next 24 hours, predicting thunderstorms and heavy rainfall in central, eastern, and…
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Thailand braces for heavy rainfall and strong winds tomorrow
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) forecasts heavy to very heavy rainfall for tomorrow, affecting 41 provinces, with Bangkok expected to experience severe conditions with 80% of the area impacted by strong winds. Thailand is bracing for a significant weather event as TMD warns of thunderstorms and strong winds nationwide. Heavy rains are anticipated in the central region, including Bangkok and its…
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Chiang Rai flood recovery 96% complete, set to finish by Monday
Post-flood recovery efforts in Chiang Rai’s Mae Sai district are nearing completion, according to the government’s operation centre for flood, storm, and landslide victims. Officials stated yesterday, October 18, that all affected communities should see the recovery work finalised by Monday as scheduled. Jirayu Huangsab, a spokesperson for the centre, provided an update from the forward command in Chiang Rai,…
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Heavy monsoon rains to hit 42 Thai provinces including Bangkok
Heavy monsoon rains are expected to lash 42 provinces across Thailand, including Bangkok, with 70% of the area predicted to experience significant rainfall. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued warnings for flash floods and forest runoffs. TMD forecasts that monsoon troughs will traverse the upper southern and eastern regions of Thailand, moving into a low-pressure area over southern Vietnam. Concurrently,…
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Minor earthquake in Chiang Mai causes no damage
An earthquake of magnitude 1.1 struck Chiang Mai yesterday with its epicentre in the Pa Phai subdistrict, San Sai district. Occurring at a depth of 2 kilometres, the tremor caused no reported damage or awareness among the locals. The Earthquake Surveillance Division of the Meteorological Department reported the seismic activity at 11.07pm yesterday, October 16. Despite the occurrence, there were…
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Chiang Mai shuts flood centre, locals claim aid unmet
Chiang Mai has shut down its flood relief centre, sparking discontent among locals who claim they have not received the promised aid. Deputy Governor Tosapol Phuanudom announced the closure yesterday, October 16, stating that the centre had completed its mission. The centre was established in response to the severe flooding that hit Chiang Mai between October 5 and 14. Despite…
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Monsoon brings heavy rain to central, eastern, southern Thailand
Weather conditions for today see a monsoon trough passing through central, eastern, and southern regions, including Bangkok, bringing rain to 60% of the area with heavy showers in some places. Mariners are advised to navigate cautiously due to high waves. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) forecasts that for the next 24 hours, the monsoon trough will move across the upper…
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Thai skies are falling: It’s raining cats and temperatures
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) today issued a warning about heavy rain and cool temperatures affecting various parts of Thailand. Thirty-eight provinces, including Bangkok, are expected to experience significant rainfall, with the capital seeing rain in 60% of its area. TMD’s forecast for the next 24 hours highlights that easterly and southeasterly winds are bringing moisture from the South China…
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Thailand issues weather warning for heavy rain in 40 provinces
Thailand’s Meteorological Department issued another serious weather warning for 40 provinces, urging residents, especially in Bangkok, its surrounding areas, the southern region, and the eastern region, to prepare for heavy rainfall affecting up to 70% of these regions. The TMD forecasts that in the next 24 hours, easterly and southeasterly winds will bring moisture from the South China Sea and…
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Thailand braces for heavy rain and flash floods in 36 provinces
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a severe weather warning for 36 provinces, predicting continued heavy rainfall. Bangkok and the southern regions are expected to be significantly affected, with the latter facing an 80% chance of torrential rain. Citizens should be on high alert for potential flash floods and forest runoffs. The TMD forecast for the next 24 hours highlights…
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Three dead in southern Thailand floods, more heavy rain expected
Three people perished in flood-related incidents in Nakhon Si Thammarat and Yala yesterday as the southern border region braces for more rain, potential flash floods, and forest runoff. Two of the victims were in Phrom Khiri district, Nakhon Si Thammarat, where three tourists were caught off guard by forest runoff while visiting Wang Lung waterfall in the late afternoon. Heavy…
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Warning issued for central provinces flooding risk from tomorrow
Local officials have issued a warning about potential flooding in central provinces, starting tomorrow, October 13 and lasting until October 24. Jirayu Huangsub, advisor to the prime minister, highlighted the risk for regions including Chai Nat, Ayutthaya, Pathum Thani, Nonthaburi, Bangkok, and Samut Prakan, particularly in areas outside flood barriers. Efforts to mitigate flooding have seen the Thai Royal Irrigation…
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Rain check: heavy downpours set to flood 43 provinces in Thailand
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued another warning for continuous heavy rainfall impacting 43 provinces, including Bangkok and southern regions, with 70% of the areas affected, posing risks of flash floods. Today, the TMD forecasted 24-hour weather conditions, noting that easterly winds are bringing moisture from the South China Sea and the Gulf of Thailand to cover the lower northeastern…
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Bacterial infections: Thailand’s silent killers strike flood victims
Thailand’s Department of Disease Control (DDC) issued a warning as cases of Leptospirosis and Melioidosis surge amidst the rainy season and floods. Both bacterial infections are on the rise, particularly threatening children, and require immediate attention. In just the first nine months of this year, around 6,000 cases have been reported, leading to a staggering 119 deaths. Leptospirosis, often spread…
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Dam full: Phuket’s reservoirs overflow as Bang Niew hits 103%
Phuket’s reservoirs are bursting at the seams, with Bang Niew Dam in Srisoonthorn now at a staggering 103% capacity. The island is bracing for more rain and potential flash floods through to Saturday, as the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) warns of continued downpours. Bang Niew Dam currently holds a whopping 7.39 million cubic metres of water, surpassing its official capacity…
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Tidal wave of trouble: Phitsanulok fields flooded as waters overflow
Floodwaters are inundating the Bang Rakam model fields in Phitsanulok province, receiving overflow from Sukhothai and reaching 571 million cubic metres, or 143% of capacity. The water expands, flooding nearby areas and roads, particularly in Phrom Phiram, Mueang, and Bang Rakam districts. Since late September, 304 villages across 50 subdistricts in nine districts of Phitsanulok have been affected by floodwaters…
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Southern Thailand braces for torrential rains and flash floods
Southern Thailand is urged to prepare for torrential rains that began yesterday, October 9 and are expected to continue until Saturday, potentially causing flash floods. This warning concerns the provinces of Ratchaburi, Phetchaburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Ranong, Phang Nga, Phuket, Surat Thani, Krabi, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Trang, Satun, Phatthalung, Songkhla, Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat, as stated by Surasri Kidtimonton, secretary-general…
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Lamphun sets up command centre as water levels rise
Lamphun is in full crisis mode as floodwaters surge from Chiang Mai, prompting emergency preparations. District chief Yutthapong Chaisorn revealed that a command centre has been established in the Mueang Lamphun district office to tackle the unfolding disaster. While Lamphun is not typically flood-prone, Yutthapong warned that many households may be ill-prepared for the deluge, leaving residents stranded. “Some households…
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