Thailand braces for cold snap, heavy rain and strong winds
Weather shifts expected to cause health concerns and travel delays
A powerful cold front sweeping into Thailand is bringing strong winds, falling temperatures and storms, affecting several regions across the country today.
From 6am today, November 13, to 6am tomorrow, November 14, the northeastern region will feel the brunt of this weather change, with temperatures falling by 1 to 3°C. Residents can expect morning chills and a stiff breeze, as easterly winds strengthen between 10 to 30 km/h. Temperatures will range from 19 to 23°C, peaking at 29 to 33°C during the day. Mountain tops will be notably colder, dropping to as low as 10°C.
In northern Thailand, the weather remains cool in the mornings with isolated thunderstorms in areas such as Chiang Rai, Uttaradit, and Sukhothai. Minimum temperatures will hover between 20 and 24°C, rising to 29 to 33°C. On mountain tops, it could fall to 10 to 16°C. Winds are milder here, blowing easterly at 10 to 15 km/h.
The central region, including Ratchaburi and Nakhon Pathom, can expect scattered thunderstorms and isolated heavy rainfall. Temperatures will range from 23 to 25°C, climbing to a high of 31 to 33°C. Winds are expected to remain steady from the east at 10 to 20 km/h.
Over in the east, places like Chon Buri and Rayong will face similar conditions with scattered thunderstorms and heavy downpours. Temperatures will sit between 23 to 26°C, with daytime highs of 29 to 33°C. Winds from the southeast will blow at 15 to 35 km/h, pushing wave heights to about 1 metre near the shore and up to 2 metres further out, especially during storms.
The east coast of southern Thailand, including Phetchaburi and Prachuap Khiri Khan, will also see scattered thundershowers and isolated heavy rain. Temperatures are expected to be between 22 and 25°C, reaching up to 34°C. Seas will be choppy with waves of 1 to 2 metres, surging above 2 metres during thundershowers. Winds will vary from 15 to 35 km/h.
Along the west coast, in provinces like Phuket and Krabi, similar stormy conditions are forecast. Temperatures will range from 23 to 25°C, maxing out at 33°C. Offshore waves could rise above 2 metres during storms, driven by easterly winds up to 35 km/h.
Bangkok and its surrounding areas are not spared. Scattered thunderstorms and isolated heavy rain are expected throughout the day. The capital will see temperatures ranging from 23 to 25°C, with highs between 30 and 33°C. Winds from the southeast will blow at 10 to 20 km/h.
The Thai Meteorological Department has urged residents, especially in the upper regions, to take care of their health due to the sudden weather changes. Mariners in the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea should exercise caution and avoid areas experiencing thunderstorms.
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