Thailand braces for heavy rain and storms across 37 provinces
Severe weather raises fears of flash floods
Thailand is experiencing increased rainfall, with heavy showers expected in certain areas. Residents are advised to exercise caution during this period. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) predicts rainfall in 37 provinces, including Bangkok, exceeding 60% coverage on August 21.
This weather pattern is due to the strengthening of a mild southwest monsoon over the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand, along with a low-pressure area over northern Vietnam.
In the upper Andaman Sea, moderate wind and waves are expected, with waves reaching 1 to 2 metres. The lower Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand will see waves up to 1 metre, but in areas with thunderstorms, waves could exceed 2 metres. Mariners are advised to navigate with caution and avoid areas with thunderstorms.
The northern region of Thailand will experience thunderstorms in 60% of the area, particularly in Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lamphun, Lampang, Phayao, Nan, Tak, Kamphaeng Phet, Phitsanulok, and Phetchabun. Temperatures will range from 23°C to 26°C, peaking between 32°C and 35°C, with southwest winds at 10 to 15 kilometres per hour.
The northeastern region will see similar conditions, with heavy rainfall expected in Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Buriram, Surin, Sisaket, and Ubon Ratchathani. Temperatures will vary from 23°C to 25°C, with highs of 32°C to 34°C and winds from 10 to 20 kilometres per hour.
In central Thailand, thunderstorms will cover 70% of the area, especially in Uthai Thani, Suphan Buri, Kanchanaburi, and Ratchaburi. Temperatures are predicted to be between 23°C and 26°C, with highs from 33°C to 36°C, accompanied by southwest winds at 10 to 20 kilometres per hour.
Weather forecast
The eastern region will also face a 70% chance of thunderstorms, with heavy rainfall in Sa Kaeo, Chon Buri, Rayong, Chanthaburi, and Trat. Temperatures will range from 23°C to 25°C, with highs of 30°C to 34°C, and winds at 15 to 30 kilometres per hour. The sea will see waves around 1 metre, increasing to over 2 metres in thunderstorms.
In the southern region (east coast), 40% of the area will experience thunderstorms, with heavy rain in Phetchaburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phatthalung, Songkhla, Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat. Temperatures will be between 23°C and 26°C, with highs from 32°C to 34°C, alongside southwest winds at 15 to 30 kilometres per hour.
The southern region (west coast) will have thunderstorms in 60% of the area, with heavy rain in Ranong, Phang Nga, and Phuket. Temperatures will range from 24°C to 26°C, with highs of 30°C to 32°C.
In Phang Nga upwards, winds will be 15 to 35 kilometres per hour with waves 1 to 2 metres high, and in Phuket downwards, winds will be 15 to 30 kilometres per hour with waves around 1 metre, rising to over 2 metres in thunderstorms, reported KhaoSod.
Bangkok and its vicinity are expected to face thunderstorms in 60% of the area, with temperatures ranging from 25°C to 27°C, peaking between 33°C and 35°C, accompanied by southwest winds at 10 to 20 kilometres per hour.
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