Thailand braces for cold spell and stormy weather
Today’s weather forecast from the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) highlights the ongoing cold spell across the northern and northeastern regions of Thailand, with thunderstorms expected in some southern areas. A moderate northeastern monsoon affects the Gulf of Thailand and southern regions, while tropical storm Pabuk is anticipated to approach Vietnam’s eastern coast.
The high-pressure system continues to dominate the upper parts of Thailand and the upper southern region, resulting in cold to very cold weather across the north and northeast. Residents in these areas are advised to take care of their health due to the chilly conditions and to be cautious of potential fire hazards in dry weather.
Additionally, fog can be expected in certain areas, necessitating caution while travelling.
Tropical storm Pabuk is poised to move closer to Vietnam’s eastern coast between today and tomorrow, potentially weakening into a low-pressure area shortly thereafter.
The northeastern monsoon covering the Gulf of Thailand and southern region maintains moderate strength, causing thunderstorms in the lower southern provinces. The Gulf of Thailand experiences waves approximately 2 metres high, while the Andaman Sea has waves about 1 metre high, increasing in height offshore.
Areas with thunderstorms may see waves exceeding 2 metres. Mariners in these regions are urged to proceed with caution and avoid navigating through stormy areas.
Weather forecast
The overall weather forecast for Thailand from 6am today to 6am tomorrow indicates cold to very cold mornings with fog in the north, where temperatures range from 14 to 17 degrees Celsius and can drop to between 5 and 11 degrees Celsius in mountainous areas. The northeastern region sees similar conditions, with temperatures between 11 and 17 degrees Celsius, dropping to 6 to 10 degrees Celsius in mountain ranges.
Winds are expected to blow from the northeast at speeds of 5 to 20 kilometres per hour.
In the central region, including Bangkok and its vicinity, cool weather with morning fog is expected, with temperatures ranging from 17 to 22 degrees Celsius. The eastern region will also experience cool mornings with temperatures between 18 and 22 degrees Celsius and the sea waves reaching about 1 metre high. Offshore, waves can rise from 1 to 2 metres.
The upper part of the South (eastern coast) will have cool mornings with thunderstorms affecting 20% of the area, particularly in Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phatthalung, Songkhla, Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat. Temperatures in these areas will range from 18 to 25 degrees Celsius, reported KhaoSod.
The lower southern region (western coast) will see thunderstorms in 10% of the area, mainly in Trang and Satun, with temperatures between 23 and 26 degrees Celsius.
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