Rain check: Thailand provinces brace for a flood of trouble
Weather conditions across Thailand prompted warnings for heavy rain and potential flash floods in 10 provinces, with Bangkok experiencing morning fog and a minimum temperature of 24 degrees Celsius. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) reported that the northeast monsoon, covering the Gulf of Thailand and the southern region, has weakened.
Meanwhile, a low-pressure area near the Strait of Malacca is expected to move towards Sumatra, resulting in reduced rainfall in the lower south but maintaining heavy showers in certain areas. Residents in these regions are advised to stay alert to the dangers of heavy rain and accumulated precipitation.
The weather conditions could lead to sudden flooding, forest runoff, and overflowing rivers, especially in hilly areas near waterways and low-lying regions. Additionally, the southern Gulf of Thailand is experiencing waves of 1 to 2 meters, with even higher waves during thunderstorms. As a precaution, sailors in these areas are advised to avoid navigating during stormy conditions.
High-pressure systems or cold air masses covering northern Thailand are weakening, leading to morning fog, especially in the northern and northeastern regions. Despite this, these areas will continue to experience cool morning temperatures.
On the mountain peaks and plateaus, temperatures are expected to be cold to very cold, ranging from 10 to 17 degrees Celsius. Residents are encouraged to maintain their health amid changing weather conditions and be cautious of fire hazards due to the dry weather. Travellers should also be vigilant when passing through foggy areas.
Air pollution levels in northern Thailand are on the rise, with dust and haze increasing from moderate to high levels due to the weakened winds over the region. The weather forecast for Thailand, from today until tomorrow morning, indicates that the northern region will have cool weather with morning fog, a slight increase in temperature, and isolated light rain.
Weather forecast
The minimum temperatures are expected to range from 20 to 22 degrees Celsius, with maximums between 32 and 35 degrees Celsius. Winds from the east are forecasted to blow at speeds of 5 to 15 kilometres per hour.
In the northeastern region, cool weather with light morning fog is expected, along with a slight increase in temperature. Minimum temperatures will range from 18 to 21 degrees Celsius, with maximums from 32 to 33 degrees Celsius.
Mountain areas will experience cold to very cold conditions, with minimum temperatures between 12 and 17 degrees Celsius. Northeasterly winds are expected to blow at 10 to 20 kilometres per hour.
The central region is expected to have light fog in the morning with a slight increase in temperature. The minimum temperatures will range from 22 to 24 degrees Celsius, with maximums from 33 to 35 degrees Celsius. Northeasterly winds will blow at speeds of 10 to 15 kilometres per hour.
In eastern Thailand, light morning fog and a slight temperature rise are expected, with minimum temperatures between 21 and 25 degrees Celsius and maximums from 33 to 35 degrees Celsius. Northeasterly winds will blow at 15 to 30 kilometres per hour, with sea waves below 1 meter and approximately 1 metre offshore.
The southern region on the east coast will see thunderstorms covering 40% of the area, with heavy rain in provinces such as Surat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phatthalung, Songkhla, Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat. Minimum temperatures will range from 23 to 25 degrees Celsius, with maximums from 30 to 34 degrees Celsius.
In Nakhon Si Thammarat and further north, northeasterly winds will blow at 15 to 30 kilometres per hour, with sea waves approximately 1 metre high, rising to 1 to 2 meters during thunderstorms. In Songkhla and further south, winds will blow at 15 to 35 kilometres per hour, with sea waves of 1 to 2 meters and higher during storms.
The southern region on the west coast will have thunderstorms covering 30% of the area, with heavy rain in provinces such as Krabi, Trang, and Satun. Minimum temperatures will range from 23 to 25 degrees Celsius, with maximums from 31 to 33 degrees Celsius. Easterly winds will blow at 15 to 30 kilometres per hour, with sea waves approximately 1 metre high, rising to over 2 meters during thunderstorms, reported KhaoSod.
Bangkok and its surrounding areas will experience light morning fog with a slight increase in temperature. The minimum temperatures will range from 24 to 25 degrees Celsius, with maximums from 33 to 36 degrees Celsius.
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